AddressCommunications Engineer
Job Summary
Division Name:
Network & Infrastructure
Position No:
Pool Ref 33383
Closing Date:
2024-03-27 5:00 PM
Location:
East Perth
Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time
Salary:
Level 5, SOA, $100,589 - $117,334 pa plus 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. 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
An exciting opportunity is available in the role of Communications Engineer within Network & Infrastructure (N&I) division. This role assists with the development, modification and monitoring of the communications infrastructure including preparing, checking and reviewing designs. Additionally, the role will assist in ensuring safe, reliable, cost effective, quality communication systems and services.
Who we are looking for
The successful candidate will have:
- Possession of an appropriate Engineering Degree that would satisfy the admission requirement for corporate membership to the Institution of Engineers Australia.
- Demonstrated recent experience in the design and commissioning of communications circuits, field communications and their associated installation and testing.
- Demonstrated recent experience in fault finding on communications and associated field equipment, including relevant experience in project and contract management.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, including with field staff, and on occasion with minimal supervision.
- Very good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
This is a pool recruitment process where suitable applicants will be placed in a pool for 12 months which permanent appointment will be made. There is currently one (1) full time permanent position available for immediate appointment.
Further Information
Please refer to the attached Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.
Please contact Samuel Gibson, Senior Communications Engineer on (08) 9326 3797 for specific information about the role.
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.
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 written application addressing Selection Criteria 1: Core Competencies and 2: Communication and Interpersonal from the JDF in no more than two pages.
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 '
