Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 851353
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

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.

Commercial Marine and State Waters manages ferry and marine assets, delivering projects, supporting operations, and improving sustainable and efficient marine services.

Key duties include leading ferry infrastructure and sustainability projects, managing asset procurement and delivery, maintenance and renewal activities of ferry assets, and supporting efficient ferry and marine operations.

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive project manager with strong stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills, proven project delivery experience, and a commitment to safety, continuous improvement and customer-focused outcomes.

Educational Qualifications / Licences 

• Degree in mechanical engineering providing eligibility for graduate membership as a Professional Engineer of the Institution of Engineers, Australia.
• Qualifications in procurement, contract management and/or project management is regarded.
• A current Drivers Licence is essential.

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.
• Some out-of-hours and weekend work along with some intra / interstate travel may be required. 

Remuneration
PO3 - $111,870 to $119,994 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries
Grant Sommers
Manager Commercial Marine and State Waters
Telephone: (08) 8343 2340
Email: grant.sommers@sa.gov.au 

Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the role statement.

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. 

Role Statement Ferry Project Manager PO3

Applications close: 27/07/2026 9:00 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.