About the role

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is seeking an experienced leader to head our Internal Audit and Risk Management team.

You will set the direction for governance and compliance, provide strategic insights that influence decisions, and drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and improvement. Using your expertise in audit, risk, and compliance, you will guide the organisation towards resilience and sound decision making.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will inspire your team, build trusted stakeholder relationships and strengthen risk awareness across the PTA.

If you are ready to lead with vision and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Possession of relevant tertiary qualifications and current membership of Institute of Internal Auditors as a Professional Member, or of CPA Australia as a CPA; or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand as a Chartered Accountant or Institute of Public Accountants as a Member of the Institute of Public Accountants.

Extensive experience in internal audit and risk management in a commercial and / or complex work environment.

Significant experience developing internal audit plans.

Considerable experience and knowledge of legislative framework and standards relating to financial governance, audit and risk management.

Demonstrated ability to lead people and teams and manage resources towards a commercially focussed outcome.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.

At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability. These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.

As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally. Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

You can expect.

Collaborative Environment:You’ll join a diverse, talented team that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Health and Wellbeing programsincluding access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym

Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles

Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round.

Make a Meaningful Impact– Contribute to the delivery of essential services that shape the future of public transport in WA.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity available for an immediate start. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies both fixed term and permanent that may arise within the next 12 months.

**To be eligible to work permanently at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen, have Permanent Residency status or hold a current visa with permanent working rights in Australia.

The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further Information

Please contact Robyn Lamont, Executive Director on (08) 9326 2474 for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email [email protected].

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to provide the following:

A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.

Please submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that:

Outlines your relevant experience and suitability against all selection criteria listed in the Job Description Form, and

Includes a specific example that reflects on your leadership style and demonstrates how it has contributed to building high-performing teams or delivering key business outcomes.

Applicants must apply online, using the ‘Apply’ button at the top of the screen. This will take you to the WA Jobs board www.jobs.wa.gov.au where you will need to follow the instructions listed on the advert. If not directed straight to the position, please key Position Number 35831 in the web search box.

All applications must be submitted through the PTA website, or the WA Government jobs portal. Applications received via other platforms will not be considered.

Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC’s will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants may also need to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.

Closing Date - 5:00 pm, Friday 31 October 2025