technical specialist

Department of Treasury and Finance

Job reference: 697846

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking a Technical Specialist to join the Information and Technology Branch at The Department of Treasury & Finance.

The role is for an initial 12-month term contract duration, with the possibility of extension.

Remuneration: ASO6 – Salary Range (ASO6 $98,478 - $104,165 p.a)

About the opportunity:

As a Technical Specialist, you will be required to mentor and support other team members with complex technical issues, possess strong problem-solving skills and collaborate effortlessly.

Providing technical advice and expertise to support projects and experience in working under tight deadlines is advantageous.

About you

This role is suited to someone who can think laterally, work as part of a high performing team, demonstrates a "can-do" attitude and showcases excellent communication skills.

As a Technical Specialist, you are expected to navigate ambiguity effectively, offer informed guidance and support to projects, demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, and collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams.

Proven experience in delivering technical expertise under tight deadlines and providing strategic support to projects is essential for success in this role.

To be successful you will possess:

• Proven high level communication skills, including the provision of expert advice on ICT issues of a complex nature and to support and mentor members across the I&T team.
• Proven ability to work under broad direction to meet deadlines and prioritise workloads.
• Demonstrated ability to identify complex technical issues, think laterally and apply analytical skills to develop appropriate options for resolution.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting complex ICT projects and/or activities that impact organisational objectives.
• Experience in acting as an escalation point for operational issues, monitor operational workloads and provide mentoring to other technical staff.
• Experience in the establishment, review and continuous improvement of ICT policies, processes and other operational documentation.
• Experience in the provision of specialist technical advice, technical documentation and support within an information technology environment including server configuration, network configuration, end user device management, remote access technologies, SQL support and public cloud services such as Azure and AWS.
• Significant knowledge of ICT related government legislation, policies, procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of current ICT service delivery frameworks, such as ITIL, and their application in a complex ICT environment.

About us

• At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
• We are the lead agency for economic, digital and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
• Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
• The Department of Treasury and Finance is looking to transform and modernise their operations and way of working, using digital as one of its levers. The department has commenced the establishment of an internal Centre of Excellence (CoE) for its digital services, transforming the existing Information and Technology branch into a high-quality enabler for its broad business.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

Special Conditions:

• Frequent out of hours work as required.
• Some intrastate and interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent will be required to participate in the Departmental Performance Management Program.
• The incumbent may be required to be assigned to other positions at the same remuneration level across the department.
• Engagement in this role is subject to a satisfactory Department Human Services General Probity Check. A renewal will be required every three years.

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: David Marriner

Title: Assistant Director, Digital Architecture & Infrastructure

Tel:

email:

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a written statement of no more than 1500 words. Written statements should address the Essential and Desirable requirements in the Role Statement. Applicants should include the name, address and contact number of three (3) referees, one being your current line manager.

The Department of Treasury and Finance actively promote flexible working arrangements and is committed to having at least 50% of interviewees for each role being women. At DTF we value and encourage diversity within our workforce, to help us reflect the community we serve.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 29/09/2025 11:45 PM