administrative support officer

Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Job reference: 696438

Location: MURRAY BRIDGE

Job status: Ongoing

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

As an Administrative Support Officer, you'll provide proactive and efficient administrative support to Delivery Zone 2 Regional South, helping ensure the smooth operation of the Murray Bridge regional office. Reporting to the Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, you'll be the first point of contact for the office, managing reception, enquiries, courier bookings, and accounts payable processing through Basware.You'll also maintain accurate records, support payroll documentation, and contribute to HR functions—all while delivering professional service and supporting a collaborative team environment.

Your contribution will be seen through:

• Managing front-of-office operations and communication channels.
• Processing financial transactions and maintaining records.
• Supporting HR documentation and reporting.
• Delivering responsive and reliable administrative support.

About You

You're a reliable and customer-focused professional with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to administrative support.

You'll demonstrate:

• Clear and concise communication, with the ability to respond to enquiries professionally and maintain confidentiality.
• A collaborative mindset, working effectively with colleagues to meet service performance objectives.
• The ability to manage administrative functions across programs, systems, and policies with accuracy and efficiency.
• A sound understanding of government processes and the ability to work under general direction to deliver quality outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills, handling sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy while building trusted relationships.

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 of Vacancy

Ongoing

Remuneration

ASO2 - $58,709 to $63,154 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries

Toni Scarlett

Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator Zone 2

Telephone:

Email:

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

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 - Administrative Support Officer (ASO2)

Applications close: 18/09/2025 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.