Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 862667
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
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.

The Digital Communications team delivers user-focused digital communication services across the Department, creating and managing accessible content and digital channels that inform, engage and support customers, employees and stakeholders.

As a Digital Communications Officer, you’ll create, edit and publish high-quality content across the Department’s websites, intranet and digital channels. Working with stakeholders and subject matter experts, you’ll support digital projects and campaigns, maintain online content, use analytics to identify opportunities for improvement, and help deliver a better digital experience for our customers. We’re seeking a proactive and collaborative communicator with excellent writing and editing skills, strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Educational Qualifications / Licences 

• Tertiary qualifications in online communications, digital marketing, web content design or a related field are desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in digital communications, web content or related disciplines is desirable.

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 valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to employment and is required to be maintained throughout employment.
• Some out of hours and weekend work may be required.

Tenure of Vacancy
Temporary appointment up to twelve (12) months, with possibility of extension.

Remuneration
ASO4 $82,212 to $86,180 per annum.

Enquiries
Sarah Colley
Manager Corporate Communications
Telephone: 0403 158 382
Email: [email protected] 

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.

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.

Role Statement Digital Communications Officer ASO4

Applications close: 10/11/2026 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.