Senior Lands Manager

About the role

In this pivotal role, you’ll play a key part in shaping transport infrastructure across Western Australia. You’ll lead land and property initiatives that support major projects—from land assembly and advice through to the ongoing stewardship of the PTA’s land portfolio. Along the way, you’ll ensure the accuracy and integrity of cadastral boundaries and land tenure records across both Crown and freehold land.

As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide clear and practical guidance on complex land matters, contribute to Ministerial responses, and confidently represent the PTA’s interests. Collaboration is central to this role—you’ll work closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, and consultants to achieve shared outcomes, building strong relationships and delivering high-quality reports, briefings and correspondence.

We’re seeking an experienced and approachable professional with a strong background in land tenure and administration, who takes pride in delivering meaningful outcomes. You’ll bring a practical, solutions-focused mindset, along with strong analytical and organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities with confidence. If you’re motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference and contribute to projects that benefit the community, we’d love to hear from you.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Considerable and relevant experience and knowledge in land tenure and administration.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply legislation and a sound knowledge of government land administration processes and procedures.
• Proven ability to manage land assembly activities and oversee team members and consultants effectively.
• Ability to build relationships, negotiate and resolve issues, prepare written documentation, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to research and analyse issues, make recommendations, and identify and implement system and process improvements.

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 Clinton Kealley, Principal Land Tenure Manager on (08) 9265 5201 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 33488 in the web search box.

Closing Date: 8AM (AWST) on Monday 6 July 2026