Description:
Senior Strategic Transport Planner 37182
The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, clean and safe networks in the world. Rail transport is vital for Western Australia’s continued success and economic growth and through our many projects including METRONET, PTA seeks to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.
The Role
As a senior member of the Rail Planning Branch, you will provide support for the continuing development of the PTA’s Rail Growth Plan (RGP) for the Transperth passenger rail network. This involves producing and evaluating strategies and plans for public transport provision within the framework of planned demographic and land-use changes around the rail network, in consultation with key internal and external stakeholders.
The work includes the identification and examination of major transport initiatives, implications of proposed rail network expansions and operational changes to meet demand and continual revision and updating of the RGP to ensure it remains a robust strategy for the future.
Possession of a tertiary qualification in one or more of the following: project management, transport, engineering, urban planning or an approved equivalent experience is an essential requirement of the role. You will also have substantial experience in transport planning, preferably railway based, including an appreciation of the factors which influence travel choices and efficient network operations.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur for up to 12 months.
Further Information
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.
Please contact Tim Campbell, Principal Rail Planner on (08) 9326 5697 for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.
For more information on METRONET, please visit www.metronet.wa.gov.au
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A current CV with two work related referees; and
- A written application addressing your suitability to the role, responding to Selection Criteria 1 and 2 stated in the JDF in no more than 3 pages.
Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance (NPC) should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity Reviews, NPCs and Drivers Licence checks (where applicable) may not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
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.
To be eligible for appointment to a position, suitable applicants will be required to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment. Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all/or the remaining Selection Criteria in the JDF during the selection process.
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.