Contract Manager - Infrastructure and Services

About the role

Lead at scale and make a lasting impact on public transport. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee the asset management of Transperth and Regional Town Bus Service infrastructure—including busports, stations, depots and ferry facilities—while driving innovative, cost‑effective whole‑of‑life maintenance strategies. You’ll also manage key service contracts across security, ferry services and advertising, ensuring strong governance, compliance and value for money.

You’ll lead the planning and delivery of bus depot developments and other infrastructure, ensuring projects are delivered within approved budgets, agreed timeframes and required standards, while meeting all regulatory and development approval requirements. As a senior leader within the Transperth Regional & School Bus Services Division, you’ll contribute to the strategic direction and performance of critical infrastructure and service contracts, supporting the Public Transport Authority’s business objectives.

We’re seeking a strategic and influential leader with substantial experience in infrastructure delivery, contract and asset management, supported by a relevant tertiary qualification. With strong financial, communication and leadership capability, you’ll inspire teams, drive outcomes and contribute to the Authority’s broader strategic direction.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• A tertiary qualification in Business or other related discipline.
• Substantial experience in the development and management of infrastructure delivery projects.
• Substantial experience in the development and management of infrastructure related and other service contracts that have a significant influence on the achievements of business objectives.
• Well developed financial management and financial modelling skills.
• Highly developed leadership and management skills, including the ability to engage and motivate people towards achieving key outcomes.

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is a leader in its field, driven by a simple and powerful purpose: getting everyone there. Through constant care, education and forward thinking, we provide a world-class network and workplace that will get everyone there.

Under the PTA, Western Australia’s public transport system is the best in Australia and among the most efficient, clean and safe networks globally. With over 150 million boardings across all services during FY24/25, our buses, ferries and trains move the people of WA where they need to go.

Moving millions of people requires the skill and commitment of a talented workforce, one that is fostered by a culture of inclusivity and benefits from its diversity. This is ultimately what ensures the PTA delivers on our purpose while upholding our values every step of the way.

Our Values

The PTA’s Values define what is important to us. Knowing our values helps you understand how we do business and what is expected of you as an employee of the PTA.

Upholding these values and applying them to your work requires a genuine and committed understanding.

• Safety - We are committed to safety and protecting your future.
• Respect - We value and respect our customers, suppliers and each other.
• Recognition - We recognise each other for achievement, initiative and innovation.
• Integrity - We are honest and ethical.
• Sustainability - We consider the long-term economic, social and environmental impact of everything we do.

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 one permanent full-time opportunity available for an immediate start. 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 Peter Jones, Executive Director on 9326 2225 for specific information about the role.

For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.

For technical difficulties, please contact the RAMS helpdesk at 1300 733 056 or email [email protected].

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online, using the ‘Apply for this job’ button and this will take you to the WA Jobs board www.jobs.wa.gov.au where you will need to follow the instructions listed on the advert. If not directed straight to the position, please key Position Number 33189 in the web search box.

Closing Date: 8AM (AWST) on Monday 29 June 2026