Department for Education
Job reference: 846059
Location: 5007 - HINDMARSH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Why work with us:

At the Department for Education in South Australia, we believe every child and young person deserves the foundation to thrive, and that starts with brilliant people like you.

With over 30,000 dedicated professionals across the state, we lead the way in education through innovation, inclusivity and a shared sense of purpose.

Whether you’re teaching in classrooms or supporting behind the scenes, you’ll be valued, challenged and fulfilled — all while shaping a brighter future for generations to come.

About the role:

The Capital Projects and Technical Services Directorate is responsible for deliveringeducational facilities and policies that support the department’s care, teaching,learning, and training programs. The Director, Capital Projects and TechnicalServices, leads the directorate, overseeing the planning and execution of all capitalworks, including major new construction, major refurbishments, upgrades, and renewal programs.

You will play a key role in progressing Our Strategy for Public Education in South Australia and leading the implementation of reforms arising from the RoyalCommission into Early Childhood Education and Care, working in closecollaboration with senior leaders across the department.

Key responsibilities are:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of capital works programs and major projects, managing multiple concurrent initiatives in partnership with contractors, consultants, government agencies, and education facilities.
• Support the infrastructure response for new schools, spanning business case development, gateway and funding approvals through Infrastructure SA, delivery, and successful operationalisation of new facilities.
• Build and lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team to deliver critical government commitments and election priorities, fostering a culture of collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic leadership in infrastructure planning, policy development, and asset management, including oversight of the 20-Year Infrastructure Plan and the Education and Care Facilities Framework.
• Partner with the Executive Director and senior stakeholders including the Minister for Education and Chief Executive to provide governance support, strategic advice, and timely reporting on key programs and priorities.

Essential qualifications and competencies:

• Proven senior leadership experience in delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure projects and programs within large, multidisciplinary organisations.
• Deep expertise in whole-of-life-cycle asset management, risk management, and budget oversight, with a strong track record of driving strategic performance improvements.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to deliver results through collaboration across diverse teams and complex environments.
• An appropriate tertiary qualification including post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline desirable or relevant experience.

What you will get in return:

• A three-year executive contract.
• Lead strategy and business outcomes within one of SA’s biggest departments
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and experts to drive system-wide improvements to public education.

Special Conditions:

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.  The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) training course which will be required to be updated every three years. 

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration and a written statement of no more than 1500 words addressing the key competencies in the attached document.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Enquiries:

Enquiries can be directed to Bill Glasgow via 8226 2864 or email: bill.glasgow@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter, outlining their suitability against the position description.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Note:

This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 3 year contract.

Applications close: 28/06/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- App Cover Sheet - PSAct.doc
- Executive Position Description - Director Capital Projects and Technical Services.pdf
- Guidelines to apply jobs.pdf
- VL233 Pre-employment declaration.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.