Senior Business Analyst

Overview

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About the opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Business Analyst to lead the identification, analysis, and implementation of technology-enabled improvements across our organisation. This role plays a key part in driving digital transformation initiatives aligned with agency strategy and DEM IT frameworks.

As a Senior Business Analyst, you will work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs, evaluate existing systems, and deliver innovative solutions. You will lead the development of business requirements, process models, and user journey maps, while also managing smaller IT projects and contributing to strategic documentation such as business cases and procurement materials.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting data governance, digital workplace initiatives, and uplifting digital capability across the department.

For further information please review the role statement.

About us

The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

Our low-cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

Corporate focus

The Corporate and Commercial Division (CCD) sits at the core of the Department for Energy and Mining’s (DEM) organisational success. A dynamic hub for all corporate and business support functions with a commercial focus on industry. CCD’s unwavering commitment to leading practice standards makes it the driving force behind DEM’s strategic commercial lens, business services, financial management, audit, risk, assurance, and reporting activities.

Why Join Us?

- Be Part of a Supportive Team - Work alongside experienced professionals and grow your career through ongoing training and development
- Ongoing SA Government role - enjoy security and long-term career prospects
- Prime Location – Adelaide CBD, Waymouth Street, close to public transport, shops, and amenities
- Flexible Work Arrangements - Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with options for hybrid working and flexible hours
- Active People and Culture agenda - Employee Assistance Program, diversity and inclusion training and events, DEM social club and much more
- We are a White Ribbon Accredited workplace that promotes gender equality and a zero tolerance of violence in the workplace

Key Selection Criteria - Please only address the dot points listed below in your application

- Proven experience in business analysis and documentation within government or complex ICT environments, including business case development and procurement.
- Strong understanding of SA Government ICT governance, data governance, cyber security, and digital workplace strategies.
- Skilled in agile delivery, user-centred design, and digital transformation practices to support modern ICT initiatives.
- Proficient in analytical tools and communication, including Microsoft Power Platform, Visio, and business process modelling.

Remuneration - ASO6 salary range $98,478 - $104,165 per annum + superannuation. Full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week.

Enquiries - Jason Foster, Director, Information, Digital & Technology, 08 8429 0128, Jason.Foster@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions - Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria above. Applicants are to include the name, email address and contact number of three referees.

All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close - 02/11/2025 11:00 PM

Attachments

- ASO6 Senior Business Analyst and Project Lead - Role Statement.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.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.

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