About You

To excel in this role, you should possess:

- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence, build relationships, and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven people management experience, including leading, coaching, and developing teams in a 24/7 operational environment.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to investigate issues, prepare reports, and implement practical solutions.
- Experience operating in complex, high-risk environments where safety, risk management, and operational resilience are critical.
- Success in developing and implementing policies, procedures, strategies, and governance frameworks.
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in high-pressure situations.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and collaboration skills.
- A commitment to safety leadership, continuous improvement, and developing the capability of others.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: getting everyone there. Through constant care, education and forward thinking, we provide a world-class network and workplace that will get everyone there.

Under the PTA, Western Australia's public transport system is the best in Australia and among the most efficient, clean and safe networks globally. With over 150 million boardings across all services during FY25/26, our buses, ferries and trains move the people of WA where they need to go.

Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, one that is fostered by a culture of inclusivity and benefits from its diversity. This is ultimately what ensures the PTA delivers on our purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

Our Values





The PTA's Values define what is important to us. Knowing our values helps you understand how we do business and what is expected of you as an employee of the PTA.

Upholding these values and applying them to your work requires a genuine and committed understanding.

Safety - We are committed to safety and protecting your future.

Respect - We value and respect our customers, suppliers and each other.

Recognition - We recognise each other for achievement, initiative and innovation.

Integrity - We are honest and ethical.

Sustainability - We consider the long-term economic, social and environmental impact of everything we do.

You can expect.

- Opportunities to grow through personal development and career pathways
- Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym
- Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
- Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round

There is one permanent full time opportunity available for an immediate start. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies both fixed term and permanent that may arise within the next 12 months.

To be eligible to work permanently at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen, have Permanent Residency status or hold a current visa with permanent working rights in Australia.

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 contact Paul Morris, Engineering and Asset Management Manager, on for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit

Closing Date: 5PM (AWST) on Wednesday, 16 September 2026

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📌 Manager Infrastructure Control (Perth)
🏢 Public Transport Authority
📍 Perth