Attorney-General's Department
Job reference: 842570
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Classification: ASO6
Salary Range: $102,171 - $108-071 + Superannuation
Duration: Up to 12 months
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 2
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Sunday 10 May 2026

Are you an experienced investigator or ready to step up into a senior role?

Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is seeking multiple Senior Investigators to lead complex investigations and support a high-performing Compliance and Enforcement team.

The Senior Investigator is responsible for managing and coordinating complex, and sometimes long running, investigations under CBS administered legislation. You may also contribute to taskforce operations and provide guidance to other Investigators

In this role, you will:

• Lead investigations by conducting interviews, reviewing documents, and gathering critical evidence
• Prepare prosecution and disciplinary briefs
• Support, mentor, and develop Investigators across the team
• Analyse trends and provide expert advice to shape investigative outcomes
• Contribute to taskforces, and participate in education and prevention initiatives
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including SA Police, the Crown Solicitor’s Office, government agencies, and the community

About You

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate strong investigative and analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities. You will communicate clearly and confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders, lead high-quality investigations, and provide guidance and development support to colleagues.

This is more than just an investigations role, it’s an opportunity to protect consumers, uphold standards, and ensure compliance.

While experience is highly valued, we are also committed to supporting the right candidate to grow and develop within this role.

Apply now and bring your investigative skills to where they matter most.

About the Business
The Attorney-General’s Department (AGD) is a key portfolio within the South Australian Government, employing more than 1,900 staff. AGD delivers high-level legal services and advice to Ministers and government agencies, provides specialist policy support, oversees regulation and compliance functions, and delivers essential services directly to the community.

Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is a division of the Attorney-General’s Department and is responsible for protecting consumers, supporting and regulating businesses and recording significant life events for South Australians. CBS is customer focussed and flexible in its activities, providing accessible information and services.

The Compliance and Enforcement branch is responsible for ensuring high levels of industry compliance are maintained under all legislation administered by CBS.

For more information, visit the Attorney-General’s Department and or Consumer and Business Services website.

Special Conditions for Employment
Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

• Some out of hours work may be required.
• Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
• May be required to work according to a 7-day roster including weekends and public holidays.
• Interstate and intrastate travel including overnight absences.
• Eligible to be appointed and exercise the powers and functions of an Authorised Officer or Inspector under relevant legislation.
• Will be authorised to issue Expiation Notices under relevant legislation.

Additional Notes
For more information please download the attached Job Application Pack and Job and Person Specifications.

You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (not exceeding 2 pages) demonstrating your suitability for the role by addressing the Capabilities/Technical Expertise relevant to the role, after answering the pre-requisite questions.

Enquiries: Denham Van Heer, Principal Investigator at denham.vanheer@sa.gov.au. 

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your application.

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.   

 

Applications close: 10/05/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- ASO6 Senior Investigator_JPS_Apr-2026.pdf
- Job Application Pack.pdf

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.