Engagement Officer

5 days ago


Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORT Full time

**Department for Infrastructure and Transport**
**Job reference**: 698772
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Long 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 transformative transport 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 people.

**The Opportunity**
We are looking for an Engagement Officers (either ASO3 or ASO4, depending on experience and capability) to join our Engagement team at the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT).

In this role, you’ll support the delivery of meaningful community and stakeholder engagement across a wide range of projects, programs and initiatives. Reporting to the Principal Engagement Officer, you will help design and implement engagement plans, develop clear and accessible communication materials, and ensure community feedback is captured and reflected in decision-making.

**About You**
You are a confident and community-minded professional with strong communication skills and a passion for meaningful engagement. Your ability to connect with diverse audiences and contribute to positive outcomes makes you a valuable asset to any engagement team.

You demonstrate high-level verbal and written communication skills, presenting clearly and credibly to a wide range of stakeholders. Your experience in engaging effectively with customers and stakeholders allows you to manage complex issues across multiple projects with professionalism and care.

As an Engagement Officer, you influence outcomes, minimise community impacts, and support the successful delivery of projects. Your proficiency in research and data interpretation enables you to present insights that inform decision-making and enhance engagement strategies.

You bring a collaborative and respectful approach to your work, contributing to a positive team culture and actively promoting diversity, inclusion, and safety in all aspects of engagement.

**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 Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, which must be renewed every five years before expiry.
- Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.

**Qualifications**
- International Association for Public Participation qualifications are desirable.

**Tenure of Vacancy**
Temporary appointment up to two (2) years.
Multiple positions available

**Remuneration**
ASO3 - $67,589 to $72,033 pa + superannuation.
ASO4 - $76,561 to $ 80,256 pa + superannuation.

**Enquiries**
Lisa Jeffery
Manager, Engagement
Telephone: (08) 7133 1335

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

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a Cover Letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached role statement.

**Our Commitment**

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 - Engagement Support Officer (ASO3)
Role Statement - Engagement Officer (ASO4)

**Applications close**: 30/09/2025 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.


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