Apply Now: Senior Project Engineer
4 weeks ago
Overview
Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 700488
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformativetransport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city’s public transport network. Our work encompasses every part of our State; from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility, and support for our staff.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer – Systems to join the River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project team. In this role, you’ll provide technical expertise and support across the design, delivery, and commissioning of tunnel systems, helping ensure the project is safe, efficient, and meets quality standards.
You’ll work closely with engineers, designers, and construction teams within the T2D Alliance to coordinate tunnel systems with civil infrastructure, control systems, and other project works. This is an exciting chance to apply your technical skills in high-voltage and low-voltage electrical systems, ventilation, lighting, fire safety, and hydraulic systems while contributing to a major transport infrastructure project that will shape South Australia’s future.
About you
You’re a safety-focused engineer with strong technical expertise and a hands-on, collaborative approach. You enjoy reviewing complex designs, solving technical challenges, and working closely with design and construction teams to deliver practical, reliable solutions. Your knowledge of construction methods and infrastructure delivery allows you to make an impact at every stage of a project.
You’re confident working independently or as part of a team, juggling competing priorities and making well-informed decisions. With strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of safety, environmental, and operational standards, you consistently deliver high-quality outcomes in fast-paced, complex project environments.
Qualifications
- 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 current Driver’s 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 requiring overnight stays, may be required.
Tenure and Remuneration
Tenure: Temporary appointment up to three (3) years.
Remuneration: PO4 - $110,696 to $120,470 per annum + Superannuation.
Enquiries
Stephan Tan
A/Director, Business and Governance
Telephone: (08) 7133 1764
Email: stephan.tan2@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
Senior Project Engineer Systems PO4
Closing date: 08/10/2025 9:00 PM
Flexibility
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
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