Senior Professional Standards Officer

About the Role

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is seeking a proactive Senior Professional Standards Officer to join the Transperth Train Operations division. Reporting to the Manager Professional Standards and Integrity, this role supports the accountability of culture within the division assisting with internal investigative processes, reviewing and auditing the use of force documentation and contributing to the development of policies, procedures and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Advisory service
  : Provide expert advice on operational matters, coach and support staff across the organisation, and represent the PTA in court as a digital evidence specialist.
• Investigations
  : Lead and support investigations into conduct and compliance matters, ensuring evidence is collected and reported in line with legal standards.
• Audit & Continuous Improvement
  : Review policies, prepare audit reports, and contribute to ongoing improvements in investigative practices and service delivery.

About You

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Demonstrated experience investigating complaints and identifying breaches of legislation, industrial instruments, and policy, with a sound understanding of how these apply to people management.
• The ability to provide guidance, offer advice, and build strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders in a dynamic operational environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess evidence, and make well-reasoned recommendations.
• Well-developed writing skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and confidential reports for senior management.
• A qualification in a relevant discipline, such as a Certificate IV in Government Investigations or similar.

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
• Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles
• Supportive Team Environment
• 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. This is a pool recruitment process and 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
Ryan Miernik, Manager Professional Standards & Integrity
on

for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit

For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at or email

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to provide the following:

1. A comprehensive CV with two work related referees.
2. A written application (of no longer than
   2
   pages) addressing the
   Core Competencies, Teamwork and Adaptability and Communication and Interpersonal Selection Criteria
   as per the JDF.

Applicants must apply online, using the 'Apply' button at the top of the screen. This will take you to the WA Jobs board where you will need to follow the instructions listed on the advert. If not directed straight to the position, please key Position Number
37544
in the web search box.

All applications must be submitted through the PTA website, or the WA Government jobs portal. Applications received via other platforms will not be considered.

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.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 25 November 2025 at 5:00pm