Project Manager

I Work For Sa; Adelaide; Presencial; AUD 130.000 - 135.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work options

Adelaide CBD location

White Ribbon Accredited workplace

EAP and social programs

Descripción de la vacante

The Department for Energy and Mining in Adelaide seeks a Project Manager ASO8 to lead the RAES transition of remote electricity supply. You will plan, govern and deliver a complex transition, coordinating stakeholders across councils, regulators and service providers, while driving commercial and regulatory outcomes.

This full-time term vacancy (2 years) requires strong governance, communication and risk management skills, with travel across intrastate regions and a capability to advise

Formación

• Proven experience delivering complex projects or programs, preferably in remote or regional settings.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Experience working across multiple organisations, government agencies or community groups.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage emerging risks
• Sound project management skills, including planning, governance and risk management.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and achieve results.
• An interest in energy, infrastructure or essential services, with the ability to quickly understand technical information would be highly regarded.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and deliver the RAES transition project from planning through to implementation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with remote communities, local councils, service providers and government stakeholders.
• Develop project plans, manage risks and track progress to ensure successful outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, governance requirements and procurement activities.
• Coordinate technical, policy, legal, commercial and operational project activities
• Deliver strong and culturally appropriate community engagement across remote area
• Build effective relationships with local government, communities and key stakeholders
• Prepare high quality briefs, reports and advice for senior executives, Ministers and Cabinet
• Identify and address issues and risks while adapting to changing priorities.
• Undertake frequent intrastate travel to support operational requirements, including extended travel periods of up to one week at a time.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Governance

Risk management

Communication skills

Independent work

Adaptability

Educación

Diploma or higher in PM

Remote SA communities experience

Stakeholder engagement experience

Descripción del empleo

Department for Energy and Mining
Job reference: 857202
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Energy and Mining is committed tobuilding a diverse and flexible culture. We encourage and welcomeall applications from women, diverse community groups and ages,Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people withdisabilities.

About the opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Project ManagerASO8 to lead the transition of electricity supply arrangementsunder the Remote Area Energy Supply RAES Scheme.

This role is responsible for leading the planning, governanceand delivery of a complex transition of remote electricity servicesto a future service delivery model. The position will drivecommercial, regulatory, operational and stakeholder outcomes, whileproviding high-level strategic advice to support Governmentdecision-making.

Working with a broad range of stakeholders including localcouncils, government agencies, regulators, service providers andremote communities, the role will play a key part in shaping thefuture of electricity supply arrangements across remote SouthAustralia.

This is a full-time term vacancy for 2 years.

Key Duties

• Lead and deliver the RAES transition project from planningthrough to implementation
• Build and maintain strong relationships with remotecommunities, local councils, service providers and governmentstakeholders.
• Develop project plans, manage risks and track progress toensure successful outcomes.
• Manage project budgets, governance requirements andprocurement activities.
• Coordinate technical, policy, legal, commercial andoperational project activities
• Deliver strong and culturally appropriate communityengagement across remote area
• Build effective relationships with local government,communities and key stakeholders
• Prepare high quality briefs, reports and advice for seniorexecutives, Ministers and Cabinet
• Identify and address issues and risks while adapting tochanging priorities.
• Undertake frequent intrastate travel to support operationalrequirements, including extended travel periods of up to oneweek at a time.

About us

The Department for Energy and Mining DEM leads the globaltransformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining andproduction of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, tosafely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon productsof the future.

Our low cost power, leading regulation system and culture ofinnovation is driving decarbonisation, new manufacturingopportunities, employment growth and greater prosperity for SouthAustralians.

We particularly acknowledge the essential role that traditionalAboriginal people play in the energy and mining sector as landmanagers, heritage custodians, business owners and communityleaders.

The Corporate and Commercial Division CCD sits at the core ofDEM’s success, delivering commercial, financial, risk and businessservices that enable high performing outcomes across thedepartment.

What we offer

• Opportunities for professional development, training andcareer growth
• A values driven organisation committed to excellence,safety and integrity
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid workingoptions
• Adelaide CBD location close to public transport andamenities
• Active People and Culture initiatives including EAP andsocial programs
• A White Ribbon Accredited workplace promoting genderequality

Key Selection Criteria

Please address the following criteria in your cover letter:

• Proven experience delivering complex projects or programs,preferably in remote or regional settings
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability tobuild trusted relationships.
• Experience working across multiple organisations,government agencies or community groups.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability toexplain complex issues clearly.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage emergingrisks
• Sound project management skills, including planning,governance and risk management.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing prioritiesand achieve results.
• An interest in energy, infrastructure or essentialservices, with the ability to quickly understand technicalinformation would be highly regarded.

Qualifications

Desirable:Diplomaor higher qualification in Project Management

Desirable:Experience working with remoteSouth Australian communities.

Desirable:Significant stakeholder andcommunity engagement experience.

Remuneration

ASO8 classification

Salary range: $130,046 to $134,956 per annum (plussuperannuation)

Worked over 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions

• This is a term engagement for 2 years
• Extensive intrastate travel is an essential requirement ofthis role
• Current SA driver’s licence required
• Requirement to undertake 4WD training
• Requirement to undertake First Aid and CPRqualifications
• Subject to satisfactory National Police Clearance

Enquiries

Salomé Lorente
Manager Assets and RAES
Email: [e-mail]

Applications close: 29/10/2026 11:30 PM

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.