• Closing Date: 14 July 2025, 5:00 PM
• Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Salary: Level 5, SOA, $105,618 - $123,200 pa plus 12% superannuation 

About the Role

Are you passionate about workforce development and ready to take the next step in your career? The PTA is looking for a motivated individual to join our dedicated Workforce Development team as our Graduate Coordinator. In this position, you will provide vital program and administrative coordination to deliver workforce development initiatives and programs that address the current and future needs of our workforce.

Your key responsibilities will include leading recruitment, induction, onboarding and coordinating training, and stakeholder management across various workforce development programs. You’ll work with professional bodies, tertiary institutions, and program participants to ensure the success and impact of these programs. Additionally, you will analyse and report on program effectiveness, contribute to the PTA’s efforts to promote itself as an "employer of choice" at expos and career fairs, conduct research on workforce development trends, and collaborate with team members and stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Considerable experience in human resource, workforce development and/or organisational development ideally within a large and complex operational setting.
• Relevant experience in the development, implementation, delivery and evaluation of effective workforce and organisational development strategies, programs and practices within a complex and demanding environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply contemporary human resource management principles, legislation, policies and best practice workforce and organisational development principles to workforce issues
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal skills) and the ability to foster and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Well-developed research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, including a demonstrated ability to research, identify, analyse and review issues and information, evaluate findings and develop appropriate solutions to issues (including complex human resource issues.
• Well-developed planning, organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgment.
• Outstanding organisational, planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated professionalism at all times and committed to providing a high level of customer service.
• Advanced computer literacy skills

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you and discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail.

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

• Join WA’s leading transport agency in a growing industry with a range of career and development opportunities.
• Health and Wellbeing programs including access to a free 24/7 onsite Gym.
• Subsidised Corporate Apparel and Spectacles.
• A friendly, supportive team committed to making a difference.
• 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.

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.

To work at the PTA, you must be either an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa until the term of the contract.

Further Information

Please refer to the Job Description Forms (JDF) via the button below for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Aleisha Cross, Workforce Development Consultant (Graduate Coordinator), (08) 9326 2909 for specific information about the role.

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

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Are you passionate about helping young professionals launch their careers? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities? If so, we’d like to meet you! We're looking for an Early Careers Consultant to play an instrumental role in attracting, developing, and retaining top early career talent in our Melbourne office.

About us:

Clayton Utz is one of Australia's leading law firms, and you'll be joining a supportive team dedicated to developing the next generation of lawyers. We're proud to be ranked as a Top Graduate Employer by the AAGE, and we pride ourselves on creating exceptional recruitment and development experiences that equip our clerks and graduates with the skills, guidance, and confidence they need to succeed. We believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone’s ideas are valued and where collaboration drives innovation.

The role:

As part of the Early Careers team, you will be a key player in shaping the future of our legal workforce. This diverse role will see you recruiting the clerk and graduate cohorts for our Melbourne office, as well as delivering holistic HR and development support to clerks and graduates when they join us. The role therefore provides a unique opportunity to shape the 360° experience of our clerkships and graduate program – from attracting applications all the way through to conducting end-of-program reviews.

While this is a permanent, full-time position, we also welcome applications from Working Holiday Makers who may be interested in a shorter-term contract or exploring potential sponsorship opportunities.

Your role will involve:

• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process for our seasonal clerks and graduates in Melbourne.
• Overseeing the smooth running of the seasonal clerkships and the graduate program in our Melbourne office.
• Working alongside our People & Development (HR) Consultants to rotate graduates through our teams, develop their skills, manage their performance, and provide an exceptional end-to-end program experience.
• Facilitating and leading talent and performance discussions with key internal stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Designing and delivering engaging workshops and training sessions on topics such as CV/resume writing, interview techniques, and career development.
• Organising events, workshops, and networking opportunities – you will find yourself attending various recruiting events to ensure we are recognised as an employer of choice.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with universities, law societies, student groups, and other external organisations.
• Providing ongoing support and guidance to our graduates and leaders, helping them navigate any challenges that may arise during the graduate program.
• Collaborating with our national team to develop innovative programs that meet the evolving talent needs of our firm.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, empathetic, and driven by a genuine desire to help others succeed. You'll need to be a confident communicator, good at building relationships, and able to navigate complex challenges by coming up with creative solutions.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A background in HR or recruitment in an early careers or campus recruiting team.
• Experience working in a legal or professional services firm, or similar environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proactive approach and a willingness to build relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
• A growth mindset and a genuine desire to learn and grow.

Don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes. We're passionate about developing our people and we'd like to meet you if you think you've got all the skills and strengths to excel in this role.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and encourages your professional growth. With a presence in all our major offices, our National People and Development (P&D) team advises the business on all people-related initiatives, including talent management, employee relations, resourcing, recruitment, remuneration, benefits, reporting, learning and organisational development.

This role sits within our Early Careers team, responsible for designing and delivering market-leading early talent acquisition and development programs that align with the firm's vision, culture, and strategy. Join us and contribute to shaping the future of our workforce through innovative and impactful initiatives.

If you’re excited about the opportunity to make a positive impact on the careers of our graduate lawyers, we can't wait to hear from you!