The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in the provision of world-class public transport services and solutions. As an essential service in a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, cleanest and safest networks in the world. The continued growth of our network is vital, and this is assured through our many current and future projects. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.The RoleWe are seeking an enthusiastic and suitably experienced person for the role of Manager Health Safety & Wellness.In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead and manage the development and implementation of the PTA occupational health, Safety and Wellness service and be responsible for policy formation, compliance auditing and program delivery as a component of a wider health, Safety and Wellness system.This position works closely with the PTA Rail Safety Manager and Divisional Safety Managers, to minimize risk and support compliance with statutory and other requirements and is the central coordination point for medical and psychological management matters in the PTA.About youThe successful candidate will have highly developed leadership and project management skills, including a demonstrated ability to manage complex projects in a large, multidisciplinary organisation and lead and encourage organisational and cultural change.To be considered for this role, you will have:
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Work Health and Safety, Health Management, or related discipline.
- A Health Practitioner satisfying the registration requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) and related Board.
- Extensive experience in Work Health and Safety, Health Management or Health Care with extensive knowledge and experience in managing health, Safety and wellbeing programs and strategies and inherent associated risks.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the trends in the development and implementation of contemporary health, safety, wellbeing and injury management services.
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to drive behaviour-based safety in an environment requiring 24/7 safety culture at all levels.
- Training & Development opportunities
- Career pathways
- A supportive and dynamic team environment
- Health & Wellbeing programs including an onsite gym
- Subsidised corporate apparel and spectaclesA key involvement in supporting WA’s Major Infrastructure projects which will make a difference in WA for many generations to come!
- A written application addressing the Core Competencies from the relevant JDF, in no more than 2 pages.
-About the PTAThe 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).