Highway Infrastructure Specialist

4 weeks ago


Perth, Western Australia Public Transport Authority Full time
About the Role

The Senior Track Inspector is responsible for inspecting and assessing track conditions to ensure compliance with public transport standards. This role involves providing technical support for track maintenance, conducting asset inspections, attending diagnostic runs, managing defect testing, and protecting assets.

Key responsibilities include analysing data, scoping maintenance jobs, recommending work programs, verifying work quality, initiating and closing work orders, and maintaining asset data. Supervision of contractors is also required to meet safety and technical standards.

In addition, the Inspector ensures safety compliance, develops safety plans, and contributes to incident reviews. They support continuous improvement by recommending best practices, evaluating new technologies, and assisting with team training and competency maintenance.

This role requires collaboration with public transport teams and relevant agencies to optimise track service operations.

About You

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

  • Certified in rail infrastructure with extensive track inspection experience, knowledge of safety standards, and ability to operate rail inspection equipment.
  • Skilled in building relationships, working independently or in teams, and effective negotiation.
  • Strong analytical skills in interpreting asset data, solving issues, and managing emergency situations.
  • Proficient in planning maintenance, coordinating resources, and using Microsoft Office and diagnostic tools.
About Us

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) provides safe, customer-focused, integrated, and efficient transport services that align with our core values: safety, respect, recognition, integrity, and sustainability.

We strive to deliver world-class public transport services and solutions, recognising us as leaders in the industry. 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.

What We Offer

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.
  • A supportive team environment.
  • Opportunity to join our social club offering savings and benefits all year round.

Please note that applicants may be used to fill similar vacancies within the next 12 months. The PTA is an equal opportunity employer encouraging people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.



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