Project Manager

ReturnToWorkSA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite gym

Flexible work options

Wellbeing seminars

Discounted private health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Learning & development

Modern offices in Adelaide

Job summary

ReturnToWorkSA in Adelaide seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead digital transformation initiatives, system enhancements, upgrades and BAU technology projects within the Digital & Information Group. You will drive delivery, balance scope, budget and quality, and lead project teams through the full lifecycle.

You will coordinate with business stakeholders and vendors, apply Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid methods, manage risks and ensure governance and SDLC adherence, with a focus on change

Qualifications

• Experience delivering technology-related projects across business, technology and data streams.
• Proven ability to manage external vendors and implementation partners.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall and/or Hybrid methodologies and full SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology and digital projects from initiation through delivery.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Engage stakeholders and lead project teams through lifecycle.
• Ensure delivery aligns with governance and SDLC standards.
• Drive organisational change and adoption.
• Collaborate with vendors and technical teams to achieve outcomes.
• Apply PM methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid.
• Deliver projects on time, within budget, to high quality.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Agile/Hybrid

SDLC knowledge

PM Certification

Cloud basics

Cyber security

Education

PMI PMP

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Tools

Atlassian tools

ServiceNow PPM

Job description

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of digital transformation initiatives, system enhancements, upgrades, and business-as-usual technology projects within our Digital & Information Group.

The position

You will be responsible for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality, while effectively engaging stakeholders and leading project teams through all stages of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technology and digital projects from initiation through to delivery.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Apply appropriate project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid approaches.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to achieve project outcomes.
• Support and facilitate high-performing project teams.
• Drive effective stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with organisational governance, SDLC standards, and project delivery frameworks.
• Contribute to successful organisational change and adoption

This is a full‑time, three-year fixed‑term position.

About you

You are an experienced project professional who combines strong delivery capability with excellent people and stakeholder management skills. You are adaptable, collaborative, and able to lead confidently through complexity and change. You will be able to lead with empathy and professionalism, communicating effectively and influencing positive outcomes.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated project management experience delivering technology-related projects.
• Experience working across business, technology, and data streams.
• Experience managing external vendors and implementation partners.
• Proven experience delivering projects using Agile, Waterfall, and/or Hybrid methodologies.
• Experience managing projects through the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster, or equivalent project management certification.
• Strong understanding of IT project delivery principles.
• Experience with Atlassian tools and/or ServiceNow Project Portfolio Management (PPM).
• Understanding of cloud-based technology environments.
• Knowledge of cyber security considerations within project environments

About ReturnToWorkSA

At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury. Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible. We manage premiums and investments while regulating the Return to Work scheme, ensuring fairness, compliance and promoting the health benefits of work.

Why join us?

Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

• access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
• a free onsite gym and bike storage
• discounted corporate private health insurance
• and a proactive EAP provider
• Flexible work options including part time and working from home
• Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
• Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD

Further information

Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

The total remuneration package for this position is starting from $120,369 (plus superannuation). The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experiences.

Inclusion and acceptance

ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Still not sure?

We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you.