The PTA is seeking a permanent, dynamic and driven Competency Manager to lead and manage our Competency Management function.
This role involves the development, implementation, and maintenance of competency frameworks and standards for numerous roles across a number of our operational divisions. You will be partnering with divisional branches to ensure their teams are competent and remain competent and effectively bringing together all the moving parts that make up our competency management system.
As the Competency Manager, you will lead a small team and serve as a vital link between stakeholders across the organisation, providing expert advice and support. You will ensure competency frameworks comply with legislative, regulatory, and safety standards and act as the primary contact between operational divisions and People & Organisational Development (POD) areas.
You will represent the PTA at relevant forums, effectively manage your team and other stakeholders to achieve competency outcomes, chair technical working groups and committees, mentor and support staff, maintain competency documentation, track and report assessments, and evaluate the overall success of the competency program.
About You!
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Demonstrated competency management experience, within a rail and/or other highly regulated environment (preferred but not essential)
- Cert IV Training and Assessment minimum or willingness to obtain within first 12 months)
- Demonstrated ability to operate within legislative requirements and parameters.
- Robust leadership and management skills including the ability to effectively steer and manage change
- Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
- Superior problem solving skills and initiative
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.
What We Offer
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
Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year around
This is a full time, permanent position available for an immediate start
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.
How to Apply
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.
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📌 Competency Manager
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