Senior Project Officer

Department for Infrastructure and Transport; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport in Adelaide is seeking a proactive policy lead to direct heavy vehicle and freight transport policy initiatives, shaping reform and delivering strategic advice.

You will work across government and industry, prepare executive briefings, build stakeholder relationships and influence outcomes on safety, productivity and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead policy and reform initiatives across complex sectors.
• Strong analytical and written communication skills for executive briefings and reports.
• Experience in government or regulated industries is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy, project and reform initiatives across heavy vehicle and freight sectors.
• Provide strategic advice to influence safety, productivity, and infrastructure outcomes.
• Build productive stakeholder relationships and influence cross‑sector reforms.

Skills

Policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Job reference: 858857
Location: Adelaide CBD
Ongoing appointment
ASO6 - $105,747 to $111,854 pa + superannuation
PO3 - $111,870 to $119,994 pa + superannuation

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 leads policy, project and reform initiatives across the heavy vehicle and freight sectors, providing strategic advice on matters that influence safety, productivity, infrastructure and economic outcomes. The position plays a key role in shaping South Australia's contribution to nationally significant transport reforms, supporting major road and transport infrastructure projects, and advancing innovative heavy vehicle solutions that improve freight efficiency and network performance. Working across government, industry and national regulators, the role builds strong partnerships, influences policy outcomes and delivers practical, evidence-based solutions to complex transport challenges.

We are seeking a proactive and forward-thinking professional who thrives in a dynamic and complex environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong policy, analytical and project management skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly through both written and verbal advice. They will be confident preparing executive briefings, reports and strategic recommendations, building productive stakeholder relationships, and influencing outcomes across a diverse range of interests. A strong interest in transport reform, freight productivity and emerging technologies, combined with sound judgement and a solutions-focused approach, will be essential to success in the role.

Educational Qualifications / Licences

Appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent or relevant professional experience is desirable.

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.

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. 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.

Applications close: 06/10/2026 9:00 PM