The Role We are looking to establish a pool of suitably qualified candidates with demonstrated in-depth field experience in signalling systems in a railway safety environment. Depending on the position, successful applicants will have specific experience that includes good understanding across the breadth of the system and in depth understanding in one or more areas such as design, construction, testing & commissioning and maintenance of conventional and CBTC based systems. The Network and Infrastructure division currently have four Level 5 vacancies and four Level 6 vacancies to fill within the Signals branch at the PTA. They are as follows: Level 6 Senior Signals Engineer X 2 - Permanent appointment Level 5 Signals Engineer X 2 - Permanent appointment Level 6 Senior Rail Systems Engineer – Permanent appointment Level 5 Rail Systems Engineer X 2– Permanent appointment Level 6 Senior Signals Systems Engineer - Permanent appointment The above roles are involved in a range of functions as listed below; Signalling design including writing standards, undertaking design and verification of relay based/ processor based interlockings/ CBTC systems. Testing and commissioning of signalling systems and undertaking Functional tester, Principles tester and Tester in Charge roles. Project engineering roles which involve engineering leadership of a number of signalling projects Maintenance engineering including undertaking of Root cause analysis, reliability analysis, development of technical maintenance instructions, undertaking type approvals etc. Rail systems including Train control/ Automatic train supervision (ATS), ATP (Automatic train protection) and ATO (Automatic train operation). 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. Equity and Diversity PTA is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are an equal opportunity employer where we encourage applicants from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds and women. What we can offer Training & Development opportunities Career pathways A supportive and dynamic team environment Health & Wellbeing programs Subsidised corporate apparel and spectacles A key involvement in supporting WA’s Major Infrastructure projects which will make a difference in WA for many generations to come Pool This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months from which permanent or fixed term appointments with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency will be made. Open to candidates with temporary work visas. We will consider suitably qualified and experienced temporary work visa holders in Australia who meet the criteria for fixed term opportunities. Further Information Please refer to the attached Job Description Forms (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment. Please contact Mr Chetan Watel, Signaling Engineering Manager on (08) 9326 2126 for specific information about the role. For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au. How to Apply Applicants are requested to provide the following: A current CV with two-work related referees; and A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the relevant JDF. 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. Applicants who are shortlisted will be assessed on all/or the remaining Selection Criteria in the JDF during the selection process. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required. 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.