Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 846710
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for a Commercial Infrastructure Advisor to join the Commercial and Procurement Branch at The Department of Treasury & Finance.

Remuneration:  ASO5 – Salary Range ($89,007 – $98,991p.a.).

About the opportunity:

The Commercial Infrastructure Advisor will provide analytical expertise, commercial insight, and collaborative support across infrastructure and commercial initiatives.

This role reports to the Senior Manager, Commercial Advisory or equivalent line manager.

About you

To be successful you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Effective analytical skills, ability to gather and interpret financial and asset related data, and contract documents for forecasting, scenario planning and strategic decision-making purposes.
• Demonstrated understanding of large infrastructure projects development (concept through to delivery) in a large commercial or government portfolio.
• Interpersonal skills that foster a professional working environment, co–operation, collaboration and high-performance teamwork. Possession of an open communication style, positive attitude, and a high degree of personal integrity and credibility.
• Demonstrated ability to provide written clear, forthright, and relevant advice promptly to keep pace with evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated experience in the application of the relevant legislation, policies and procedures, including Code of Ethics, EEO and cultural inclusion.
• Demonstrated understanding of AS4300 (Design & Construct) style contracting used for SA Government building projects, including contractor design obligations and associated risk allocation.
• Some experience in procurement models, and/or commercial transactions management.
• An understanding of the legislative requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act 2012.
• Proficiency in risk identification, qualification, quantification, and mitigation management.
• An understanding of and ability to work/manage to the spirit and principles of AS ISO 31000:2018 Risk management – Guidelines.
• Demonstrated expertise in working collaboratively & sustainability within teams & broader groups
• Upholds the highest ethical standards, building trust across all levels of the organisation.

Desirable Expertise

• Tertiary qualifications in either finance, business, law, economics, engineering or equivalent.

About us

• At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
• We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
• Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

About the Branch

The Commercial and Procurement Branch is the government’s lead advisor on commercial strategies, specialist procurement and strategic contracting. In partnership with Departments, the Branch will lead the assessment and management of commercial projects, uplift the capability across government, implement and manage modern systems, oversee and support major projects, and lead strategic procurements.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

Special conditions

• National Policy Check required
• General Employment Probity Check required
• Some out of hours work may be required
• Some Intrastate and interstate travel may

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Nowar Shahrouri
Title: Senior Manager, Commercial Advisory
Tel: (08) 8429 3539
email: Nowar.Shahrouri@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you

Applications close: 14/06/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - Commercial Infrastructure Advisor.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.