Senior Project Engineer -LV Electrical | Public Transport Authority

About the role

Join our team as a Technical Support Specialist, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our engineering projects. As part of the designated Project Team, you'll provide invaluable support to guarantee that our engineering solutions are not only designed and built safely but also maintained to the highest quality standards and cost-effectively. Your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Rail Safety Law, addressing technical issues, and offering sound advice to our Coordinating Project Engineer and Principal Project Engineer.

Your responsibilities will include managing contracts, from document development to tender evaluation and contract administration, while also serving as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Your ability to communicate effectively and provide actionable feedback will be essential in facilitating project delivery. Additionally, you'll contribute to our commitment to continuous improvement through research and the preparation of project-specific reports.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the PTA’s High-Capacity Signalling (HCS) Project.

High-Capacity Signalling (HCS) Project.

The HCS Project has been prepared in support of the Government of Western Australia’s (WA) METRONET program of new and extended railway lines. An expanding rail network requires more trains to service it and upgrades to the existing signalling and train control systems to make better use of the rail network by allowing more trains to run more often.

HCS Project

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Possession of a Degree in Engineering or related discipline recognized by a professional body;

Experience in planning, designing, and constructing infrastructure projects.

Extensive knowledge of engineering practices, with ability to manage multiple tasks in high-intensity environments; and

Proven expertise in designing, constructing, and maintaining engineering systems in facilities environments.

Possession of a Degree in Engineering or related discipline recognized by a professional body;

Experience in planning, designing, and constructing infrastructure projects.

Extensive knowledge of engineering practices, with ability to manage multiple tasks in high-intensity environments; and

Proven expertise in designing, constructing, and maintaining engineering systems in facilities environments.

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:

Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways.

Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym.

Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles;

Supportive Team Environment; and

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

Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways.

personal development and career pathways.

Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym.

Health and Wellbeing programs

Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles;

Supportive Team Environment; and

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

There are three fulltime fixed-term appointment for five years with possibility of extension and /or permanency available for immediate start.

This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months from which fulltime fixed term appointments with possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency may be made.

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 Calvin Lim, Principal Project Engineer on (08) 9326 5625 for specific information about the role.

Calvin Lim, Principal Project Engineer on (08) 9326 5625

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

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to provide the following:

A comprehensive CV with two work related referees; and

A covering letter outlining your relevant skills and experience addressing the below criteria from the JDF in no more than 4 pages.

A comprehensive CV with two work related referees; and

A covering letter outlining your relevant skills and experience addressing the below criteria from the JDF in no more than 4 pages.

Core Competencies:

Possession of Degree or Diploma in Engineering or appropriate related discipline expertise with recognition by or membership of the respective professional body;

Substantial experience on projects in regard to the planning, design and construction of infrastructure projects;

Extensive knowledge of engineering practices and an ability to manage multiple tasks in a high intensity environment; and

Demonstrated understanding and experience in contract and project management.

Possession of Degree or Diploma in Engineering or appropriate related discipline expertise with recognition by or membership of the respective professional body;

Substantial experience on projects in regard to the planning, design and construction of infrastructure projects;

Extensive knowledge of engineering practices and an ability to manage multiple tasks in a high intensity environment; and

Demonstrated understanding and experience in contract and project management.

Communication and Interpersonal:

Well-developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to negotiate required outcomes and/or resolve conflicts.

Applicants are requested to apply online using the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen. Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or pro forma applications will be accepted.

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, Wednesday 3 July 2024