Principal Consultant L&D

Overview

Division Name: People and Organisational Development
Position No: 37449
Closing Date: 2025-10-20 5:00 PM
Location: East Perth
Job Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

About the Job

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Principal Consultant L&D to design and deliver high-quality training and development solutions across the Public Transport Authority (PTA). In this key role, you will work closely with stakeholders to provide expert advice and implement training strategies and programs that meet their needs. Your responsibilities will include managing training projects, evaluating their effectiveness, and identifying areas for continuous improvement. You will also coordinate the design of curriculum, course materials, policies, and guidelines to ensure sustainable and impactful learning outcomes.

As an experienced trainer, you will contribute to the delivery of training within your area of expertise while fostering a positive work environment. Working closely with the Training Delivery Leads you will mentor colleagues, promote continuous improvement, and support the Vocational Training Manager in driving organisational learning and development initiatives. In partnership with internal clients, you will provide specialist advice on learning solutions and offer professional consultancy services related to operational training needs.

In this role, you will also manage external training providers and specialist consultants, overseeing contract negotiations and ensuring compliance with PTA standards. You will build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders through effective consultation and influence, ensuring their active involvement in training and development initiatives. Additionally, you will identify opportunities to improve training efficiency and sustainability, incorporating innovative approaches such as e-learning. Your stakeholder engagement and project management skills will be key in implementing learning strategies and ensuring change management processes are effectively applied.

If you have a passion for driving learning excellence and possess the necessary expertise, we encourage you to apply.

About You

To excel in this role, you should possess:

- Certificate IV in Training and Workplace Assessment (TAE 40122) or an equivalent current qualification, along with relevant knowledge, competencies, and qualifications in the field.
- Extensive experience in learning and development within complex, operational, and safety-critical environments, ideally within the rail industry.
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to foster a high-performance team culture, mentor and develop others, lead change initiatives, and effectively manage resources and contractors.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in building productive stakeholder relationships and collaborating in teams.
- Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

This is a fixed term appointment for one (1) year with the possibility of renewal and/or permanency available for immediate start. Initially this selection process will be used to fill the above vacancy; however it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that arise within the next 12 months.

To be eligible to work at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa with at least one year validity and full working rights at the time of application.

About Us

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Our purpose is to provide safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values.

At the PTA, we hold five core values dear: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability. These values guide everything we do, ensuring a workplace where safety is paramount, respect is fundamental, achievements are celebrated, integrity is unwavering, and sustainability is integral to our mission.

As a fast-growing economy, Western Australia’s public transport system, under the PTA, is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the most efficient, clean, and safe networks globally. Rail transport plays a vital role in our continued success and growth, exemplified by our numerous projects such as METRONET, designed to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, and at the PTA, we are dedicated to delivering on our vision and purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

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
- Supportive Team Environment
- Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round

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 specific requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Claudia Baker, Vocational Training Manager on 0497 483 269 or email Claudia.baker@pta.wa.gov.au 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 comprehensive CV with two work related referees.
- A cover letter, not exceeding three (3) pages outlining your experience and interest in the role aligned to the role requirements as laid out in the attached JDF.

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.

Please note you will be required to complete the PTA Integrity and Qualification Consent Form and an Australian National Police Clearance should you become the recommended applicant through the recruitment process. Adverse outcomes of Integrity reviews and NPC’s will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from the selection process. All PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening. Suitable applicants will also need to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Screen prior to commencement.

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