AddressConvenience Buttons: Time Remaining 9 days Overhead Supervisor 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 Role
The Overhead Supervisor within the Electrical Engineering branch ensures the operational performance of all Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) is safe, reliable, and cost effective and provides leadership direction, guidance, technical expertise and support in the maintenance and repair of the OLE to meet all the PTA’s requirements and standards. In this position you will supervise staff, monitor and assess their competence and identify training requirements and assist in the investigation and reporting of all OLE incidents and prepare technical reports to ensure maximum effectiveness of the systems. About you
The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills and experience in supervising and developing teams and individuals, to deliver organisational requirements within a rail safety environment. Your communication and Interpersonal skills including your negotiation and customer service skills are key to your success in this role. To be considered for this role, you will have: Possession of Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems
- Rail Traction and extensive experience and demonstrated knowledge in maintenance and construction of OLE for 25kV AC Electrified railway.
Demonstrated experience in management and application of 25kV AC OLE maintenance and construction techniques. Substantial experience and demonstrated knowledge of restoration of de-wirement in 25kV AC Urban electrified railway. Good experience and understanding of the capabilities of major tools and machineries required for maintenance and construction of 25kV AC OLE in an electrified railway environment.
Demonstrated abilities to take control and resolve problems in emergency situations. Demonstrated ability to competently use PC based diagnostic tools and software packages. You will have the ability to work shift work and/or weekend work as required to a 24 hour 7 day roster, including call outs.
There are currently two (2) full time permanent positions available for immediate appointment. Initially this selection process will be used to fill the above vacancy, but it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the agency within the next twelve (12) months on a permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency. 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.
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
Mr Stephen Gourley, Maintenance Superintendent
- Overhead Catenary on (08) 9326 58***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; A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the JDF, in no more than 2 pages; and A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Please Note to be eligible for appointment to a position, suitable applicants will be required to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
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. Position Title Overhead Supervisor Agency Public Transport Authority Salary Level 5, SOA, $101,185 - $118,029 pa plus 11% superannuation Location Claisebrook Unit/Division Network & Infrastructure Branch
Work Type Permanent
- Full Time
Position No. 36567, 36568 Closing Date 2024-01-29 5:00 PM Position Title Overhead Supervisor Branch Location Claisebrook Work Type Permanent
- Full Time
Closing Date 2024-01-29 5:00 PM Salary Level 5, SOA, $101,185 - $118,029 pa plus 11% superannuation Agency Public Transport Authority Company Information Description 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 Role
The Overhead Supervisor within the Electrical Engineering branch ensures the operational performance of all Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) is safe, reliable, and cost effective and provides leadership direction, guidance, technical expertise and support in the maintenance and repair of the OLE to meet all the PTA’s requirements and standards. In this position you will supervise staff, monitor and assess their competence and identify training requirements and assist in the investigation and reporting of all OLE incidents and prepare technical reports to ensure maximum effectiveness of the systems. About you
The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills and experience in supervising and developing teams and individuals, to deliver organisational requirements within a rail safety environment. Your communication and Interpersonal skills including your negotiation and customer service skills are key to your success in this role. To be considered for this role, you will have: Possession of Certificate III in ESI – Power Systems
- Rail Traction and extensive experience and demonstrated knowledge in maintenance and construction of OLE for 25kV AC Electrified railway.
Demonstrated experience in management and application of 25kV AC OLE maintenance and construction techniques. Substantial experience and demonstrated knowledge of restoration of de-wirement in 25kV AC Urban electrified railway. Good experience and understanding of the capabilities of major tools and machineries required for maintenance and construction of 25kV AC OLE in an electrified railway environment.
Demonstrated abilities to take control and resolve problems in emergency situations. Demonstrated ability to competently use PC based diagnostic tools and software packages. You will have the ability to work shift work and/or weekend work as required to a 24 hour 7 day roster, including call outs.
There are currently two (2) full time permanent positions available for immediate appointment. Initially this selection process will be used to fill the above vacancy, but it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the agency within the next twelve (12) months on a permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency. 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.
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
Mr Stephen Gourley, Maintenance Superintendent
- Overhead Catenary on (08) 9326 58***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; A covering letter outlining your relevant skills, abilities and suitability for the position as per the JDF, in no more than 2 pages; and A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Please Note to be eligible for appointment to a position, suitable applicants will be required to undertake a full and comprehensive medical assessment.
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. Attachments
- Overhead Supervisor L5
- 34797 34840 34841 36567 36568 March 2023.pdf
- integrity and qualification check consent form
- march 2022.docx
- pta job application package.pdf
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