aso6 industry development project officer

2 days ago

Adelaide SA, Australia Department of State Development, South Australia Full time $98,478 - $104,165 per year

Department of State Development

Job reference: 702394

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Long Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About us:

The Department of State Development is the South Australian Government's lead economic development agency.

Our mission is to drive sustainable economic growth in South Australia by increasing industrial and workforce capability, capacity, collaboration and resilience. We take pride in hiring the right people for the right jobs and offer an attractive, flexible workplace.

For more information about our agency, please visit:

Department of State Development |

About the role:

The Industry Development Project Officer – Emerging & Critical Technologies supports the growth of South Australian industry by contributing to the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and projects across cyber security, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and advanced manufacturing. The role involves research, analysis, and stakeholder engagement to identify opportunities, drive cross-sector collaboration, and support economic growth and industry capability uplift.

Key Competencies:

To apply and succeed in the role, you will have:

  • Demonstrated understanding of Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing, and Critical Technologies sectors.

  • Demonstrated experience with project management methodologies and processes to implement, monitor and audit innovative strategies, including using sound evaluation techniques and processes.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build and maintain productive relationships across the emerging and critical technologies sectors.

  • Strategic, conceptual, and creative thinking skills, with the ability to analyse and resolve complex business challenges at both operational and strategic levels using sound judgment and evidence-based approaches.

Remuneration:

Competitive salary $98,478 to $104,165 p.a. plus superannuation

Benefits:

Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:

  • A variety of leave arrangements
  • Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement
  • Access to great customised training and career development opportunities

Qualifications:

  • Essential: Nil
  • Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in economics, public policy, STEM, or a related field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.

Special Conditions:

  • The role will be offered full-time (1.0 FTE), initial 12-month term contract.
  • Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) required prior to employment.

Enquiries:

For confidential enquiries / further information about the role, please contact Chris Amor, Senior Manager, Critical Technologies via

How to Apply:

All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website.

Applicants are required to submit the following:

  • Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max)
  • Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max)
  • Prepare 3 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request.
  • Pre-employment Declaration Form – find the attachment on the job advert.

Applications close: 15/10/2025 11:00 PM

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