Communications Officer

About the role

Are you a creative communicator who loves bringing ideas to life and connecting people through engaging content? We are seeking a talented individual with a background in marketing or communications to join our Customer Strategy and Communications team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in shaping how the PTA communicates, engages, and builds meaningful connections with our staff and stakeholders.

The Communications Officer role is responsible for developing and coordinating a range of communication materials for both internal and external audiences, ensuring alignment with PTA's strategic objectives. A key focus is developing and maintaining content for PTA's website and intranet, writing content for publications, development of the PTA Annual Report and the development and implementation of communications plans.

In addition, the role focuses on building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to source content and ensure corporate information is disseminated appropriately, maintaining style and content guidelines to ensure consistency across communication channels.

About You

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• A tertiary qualification and/or relevant expertise in marketing, communications, or other related discipline.
• Relevant communications expertise, including:
• Project management experience in website initiatives or online information technology projects.
• Experience in using content management systems, writing and editing for the web and general website management.
• Experience in designing and developing publications for a range of audiences to meet communications objectives, including experience using Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign and Photoshop.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral), including the ability to write for various audiences, proofread and edit materials for publication, and manage relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to use data to evaluate effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.

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.

There is currently
one fixed term opportunity available to 22 January 2027
with the possibility of renewal and/or permanency. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term or permanent basis that may 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 until
22/01/2027.

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
Candace Beilby, Communications and Engagement Manager
on (08)

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 must apply online, using the 'Apply for this job' button and 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
30214
in the web search box.

Closing Date: 5pm on Thursday, 13 November 2025