Senior Lands Manager

Public Transport Authority of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal development opportunities

Health and Wellbeing programs

Subsidised Corporate Apparel

Access to onsite Gym

Social Club membership

Job summary

The Public Transport Authority of Western Australia is seeking an experienced professional to lead land and property initiatives in Perth. You'll shape transport infrastructure and ensure the integrity of land tenure records while collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in land tenure and administration, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Join us for a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience and knowledge in land tenure and administration.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply legislation related to land administration.
• Experience in managing land assembly activities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead land and property initiatives supporting major projects.
• Provide practical guidance on complex land matters.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Land tenure and administration

Legislation interpretation

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Job description

Public Transport Authority of Western Australia – East Perth WA

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

• 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.

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 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.

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