Graduate Opportunities

Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and one of the best in the world. The Public Transport Authority consists of 10 business units that provide the integrated delivery of rail, bus and ferry services throughout the state; are responsible for designing, building and providing the infrastructure to deliver those services, and providing pivotal support functions. With the implementation of New MetroRail, the biggest infrastructure project ever undertaken by the Government of WA, the network is entering a period of major expansion and innovation. 

What we offer graduates

Under our two-year graduate program, a dedicated graduate coordinator supports you and coordinates your activities. 

You will gain broad experience through a series of rotations (usually six months each) across a number of areas of our business. Graduate positions change each year depending on our organisation’s needs. 

Our values

You will be working with leading-edge technology and modern systems in a safe, equitable and diverse environment. Our organisation’s values mean we:

• Encourage each other to reach our full potential.
• Strive for continuous improvement in all we do.
• Reward achievement, initiative and innovation.
• Exhibit a high level of integrity and ethical behaviour.

Development

A structured learning program exists for first-year graduates to provide broad based skills. For second-year graduates, specialised training is provided which assists in fast-tracking them into their career.

Benefits

Work commences in January starting with a formal induction on your first day where you will meet your manager and other graduates on the program.  Starting salary is around $45,000 (plus superannuation) for a 37.5 hour week.  Regular reviews for advancement are available and start and finish times are flexible so you are not locked in to a “9 to 5” job.

Other benefits of the program include free parking and metro travel, subsidised country travel, corporate apparel, buddy and mentor programs, study assistance, free gym and health & wellness programs.

The aim of the PTA is to make public transport an attractive and sustainable choice for connecting people and places.