transport planning project manager

Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Job reference: 692468

Location: ADELAIDE

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

This role offers an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of transport across South Australia. As a Transport Planning Project Manager, you'll lead the delivery of integrated, multi-modal transport planning projects that support the state's economic, environmental, and social goals.

Reporting to the Manager – Regional Planning, you'll manage varied and complex infrastructure initiatives—from early planning and feasibility studies through to concept design and business case development. Your work will directly support smarter investment in the transport network, helping to guide growth and improve connectivity for communities across the state.

You'll be part of a passionate and collaborative planning team that plays a key role in delivering a safer, more sustainable and inclusive transport system for all South Australians. If you're motivated by purpose-driven work and want to make a lasting impact, this is an opportunity to bring your expertise to projects that truly matter.

About You

You're a strategic and outcomes-focused professional with a solid foundation in project management and a passion for delivering projects that make a real difference to communities across South Australia.

With significant experience in managing complex projects, you're confident leading work independently or as part of a team—bringing strong analytical skills, sound judgement, and a focus on practical outcomes. You're highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and known for delivering high-quality reports and advice under pressure.

You bring a good understanding of project management and risk management practice, and have a track record of driving time, cost and quality outcomes on projects.

You communicate clearly and professionally, whether you're writing reports, presenting technical information, or engaging with diverse stakeholders including consultants, government agencies, community groups, and industry partners.

You thrive in collaborative environments and are motivated by work that contributes to a smarter, safer, and more inclusive transport network for all South Australians.

Qualifications

PO3:

• Degree in Engineering providing eligibility for graduate membership as a Professional Engineer of the Institution of Engineers, Australia or
• A recognised degree or recognised post graduate qualification in the discipline of Planning specialising in Transport Planning is essential.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Project Management is desirable.

ASO6:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Project Management, Planning or Engineering is desirable.

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

PO3 - $101,285 to $107,078 pa + superannuation.

ASO6 - $98,478 to $104,165 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries

Daniel Osborne

Manager, Transport Planning

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.

Applications close: 31/08/2025 9:00 PM