Description:
The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. As a fast-growing economy, 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 our continued success and growth through our many projects including METRONET to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.
The Role
We have an exciting permanent opportunity available within our People & Organisational Development Division of the PTA!
The primary responsibility of this role is to assist in the coordination of the PTA’s workers compensation and rehabilitation process in line with statutory requirements for employees of the PTA.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Knowledge of West Australian legislative requirements, administrative procedures and practices related to workers compensation and rehabilitation.
- Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including an ability to liaise and provide suitable advice to clients/users.
- Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and within a team environment.
- Demonstrated good research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Sound organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work methodically with a high degree of attention to detail, accuracy and ability to work to deadlines.
- Well-developed keyboard and computer skills, with sound competency in the application of relevant software packages including Objective and Solv.
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 Lauren Bowden, Injury Management Coordinator on (08) 9326 2229 for specific information about the role.
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.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable will be placed in a pool and considered for similar vacancies (permanent or fixed term) for up to 12 months.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A comprehensive resume with two work related referees; and
- A written application addressing Selection Criteria 1 & 2 from the JDF, in no more than two (2) pages.
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: 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.
To be eligible for appointment to a position, suitable applicants will be required to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.