ERP Enterprise Architect

Public Transport Authority; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite gym

Subsidised corporate apparel

PTA Social Club

Job summary

Public Transport Authority is undertaking a major Business Transformation Program to modernise operations with a new ERP solution. As ERP Enterprise Architect, you will lead architectural design and delivery across finance, procurement, supply chain, inventory, asset management and human resources, guiding governance and data migration.

You will influence senior leaders, vendors and cross-functional teams, ensuring systems align with business objectives and best-practice architecture principles

Qualifications

• Significant experience in enterprise, solution or business architecture, including design, implementation and integration of enterprise-wide systems.
• Strong understanding of ERP ecosystems and end-to-end processes across finance, procurement, supply chain, inventory, asset management and HR.
• Experience developing architecture standards, governance frameworks, roadmaps and technology strategies that support transformation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement to influence senior leaders, vendors, and business representatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural leadership across design, implementation and transition of the PTA's ERP solution.
• Govern governance across solution architecture, data migration, security, and legacy systems decommissioning.
• Align business processes, data, integrations and technology with organisational objectives and best-practice architecture principles.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and drive delivery outcomes for a large-scale transformation.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Solution architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Governance

Data migration

Security

Job description

The Public Transport Authority is embarking on a significant Business Transformation Program that will modernise the way we operate through the implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution. As the ERP Enterprise Architect, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering this transformation across the organisation.

Reporting to the Manager Business Transformation and Capability, you will provide architectural leadership across the design, implementation and transition of the PTA's ERP solution. Working closely with business leaders, project teams, implementation partners and technology vendors, you will ensure business processes, data, integrations and technology solutions are aligned to organisational objectives and delivered in accordance with best-practice architecture principles.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced enterprise architect to influence the future of finance, procurement, supply chain, inventory, asset management and human capital management functions within a large and complex organisation. You will provide governance and assurance across solution architecture, integrations, data migration, security, transition planning and legacy system decommissioning while helping establish the foundations for long-term organisational success.

If you are motivated by large-scale transformation, enjoy solving complex business challenges and have a passion for delivering modern technology-enabled business outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

About You!

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Significant experience in enterprise, solution or business architecture, including the design, implementation and integration of enterprise-wide business systems.

A strong understanding of ERP ecosystems and end-to-end business processes across finance, procurement, supply chain, inventory, asset management and human resources.

Experience developing architecture standards, governance frameworks, roadmaps and technology strategies that support organisational transformation.

Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence senior leaders, vendors, technical specialists and business representatives.

Highly developed analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with experience balancing business requirements, technical considerations and implementation risks.

Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams, foster collaboration and drive successful delivery outcomes.

About Us

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 FY25/26, 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

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
• Opportunity to join our Social Club offering savings and benefits all year round

There is currently one fixed term opportunity available until 31 December 2028 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Applicants assessed as suitable through this process may be used to fill similar vacancies on a fixed term or permanent basis that may arise within the next 12 months

To be eligible to work at the PTA you must be either an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa until 31 December 2028.

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 refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any specific requirements relevant to appointment.

Please contact Diane Gearon, Manager Business Transformation & Capability, on 08 160 for specific information about the role.

Closing Date:8AM (AWST) on Monday 16 November 2026