Project Officer

Department for Infrastructure and Transport; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport in South Australia seeks a policy professional to contribute to the heavy vehicle and freight transport policy agenda. You will work with state, national and industry partners to improve safety, productivity, and network efficiency, while supporting major national reform initiatives and regulatory insight.

The role emphasizes analytical research, clear written material, and effective stakeholder engagement to deliver policy advice and briefings.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in project management, policy or transport related fields desired.
• PO2 requires an Engineering degree for professional membership with Engineers Australia.
• Compliance with NPC and WWCC prior to employment, renewal periodically.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to policy development, project and reform initiatives across heavy vehicle and freight sectors.
• Support national transport reforms and input into major road/transport infrastructure projects.
• Engage with state, national and industry stakeholders to address heavy vehicle access, productivity, safety and regulatory issues.
• Prepare briefings, correspondence, reports and policy advice; research issues and communicate complex information clearly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Engineering degree (PO2 eligibility)

Tertiary qualification in project management/policy/transport

Job description

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community. The Heavy Vehicle Policy team leads the development and delivery of South Australia's heavy vehicle and freight transport policy agenda, working with state, national and industry partners to improve safety, productivity, network efficiency and support nationally significant transport reforms. This role contributes to policy, project and reform initiatives across the heavy vehicle and freight sectors. The position supports South Australia's participation in national transport reforms, provides input into major road and transport infrastructure projects, and works with government, industry and national stakeholders to address heavy vehicle access, productivity, safety and regulatory issues. The role also contributes to the development of briefings, correspondence, reports and policy advice, and supports the assessment of emerging technologies and innovative heavy vehicle solutions to improve freight efficiency and network performance. We are seeking a motivated and adaptable professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and contributing to meaningful transport outcomes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to research issues, prepare clear and concise written material, engage effectively with stakeholders and communicate complex information to a range of audiences. They will be collaborative, solutions-focused and capable of managing competing priorities while contributing to policy development, regulatory reform and initiatives that support South Australia's freight, infrastructure and transport objectives. This role is a dual call and is being advertised at the PO2 and ASO5 classification levels, in which the successful applicant will be appointed at the classification level commensurate with their skills and experience.

Educational Qualifications / Licences

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in project management, policy or transport related fields is desirable.
• PO: A degree in Engineering providing eligibility for membership as a Professional Engineer of the Institution of Engineers, Australia (Engineers Australia) is required.

Special Conditions

• A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.
• A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, which must be renewed every five years before expiry.
• Some out of hours and weekend work along with some intra / interstate travel may be required.

Tenure of Vacancy

Temporary appointment up to twelve (12) months.

Remuneration

ASO5 - $92,122 to $102,456 pa + superannuation.

PO2 - $94,769 to $109,787 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries

Matthew Matricciani Manager Heavy Vehicle Policy Telephone: [phone] Email: [emailprotected]

Our Commitment

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia. As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our Department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.