Advanced Linesperson

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Advanced Linesperson
Job Summary
Division Name:
Network & Infrastructure
Position No:
34506
Closing Date:
2024-02-23 5:00 PM
Location:
East Perth
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Salary:
Level 6, Wages, $2,152.18 - $2171.75 per week include aggregation & 11% superannuation
About the Job
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
An exciting opportunity has opened up in the position of Advanced Linesperson within the Network & Infrastructure Division.
In this role, you will be responsible for effective management and support in the planning, construction and maintenance work in relation to railway Overhead Line Equipment (OLE). This position also ensures a high level of safety for persons and reliability of assets.
About You
We are looking for candidates who possess:

• Competency in all lower level Linesperson requirements, or the equivalent skills, knowledge and overhead maintenance experience. This includes current accreditation in the following:

• Working at Heights
• Construction Industry White Card
• Elevated Work Platform.
• Leadership, supervisory and on the job training skills, with proven capacity to ensure work is completed safely and expediently.
• Well developed communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) skills, including a demonstrated commitment and ability to work in a close team environment to successfully achieve operational and department goals.
• A very good understanding of the operational needs of an electrified railway and of relevant related Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Management and Human Resources policies and practices.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Extensive experience and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the full range of administrative, construction, repair and maintenance tasks required for Overhead Line Maintenance and 25kV A.C. Overhead Line Equipment including fault finding and running repairs.
• Sound technical knowledge and analytical and problem solving skills to undertake the varied responsibilities and tasks of this position.
• A current Western Australian ‘C' Class Driver’s licence or equivalent for at least 2 years, or an ‘LR’ or ‘MR’ Class Drivers licence for at least 1 year. This requirement continues for the duration of employment in this position and from time to time production of the licence on request by the PTA may be required.

You must be available for shift work (including days and nights) and on call. This may include weekend work. These positions will operate on a 6 week rotational roster.
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 during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur for up to 12 months.
Please Note: To be eligible for appointment to a position, suitable applicants will be required to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
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 Steve Gourley, Maintenance Superintendent on 0499 380 426 for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit .
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following: * A current CV with two work related referees;

• A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the JDF in no more than 3 pages; and
• A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.

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.
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About the PTA
The Public Transport Authority of Western Australia (PTA) is responsible for the operation of all bus, train and ferry public transport services in the greater metropolitan area under the Transperth brand. It also operates public transport services in regional centres, operates road coach and rail passenger services to regional area under the Transwa brand, and administers School Bus Services (SBS).