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senior advisor, commercial marine and state waters
2 weeks ago
Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 695811
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
The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is seeking a Senior Advisor, Commercial Marine and State Waters to lead the development of marine policy and the management of essential marine services across South Australia. This role offers the chance to influence strategic planning, guide investment in marine infrastructure, and contribute to legislative and safety initiatives that support the state's coastal communities.
You will provide expert advice on contracts and service agreements, lead policy development, and contribute to business cases for marine asset investment. You will also prepare high-quality reports, briefings, and ministerial correspondence while maintaining specialist knowledge in marine legislation, safety, and environmental policy.
Collaborating closely with government and industry stakeholders, you will support departmental priorities and help foster a safe, inclusive, and ethical workplace aligned with South Australian public sector values.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges and making a tangible contribution to South Australia's marine and coastal infrastructure.
About you
You are a driven and forward-thinking professional with a genuine passion for South Australia's marine future. You have a proven ability to research, analyse, and interpret complex information, applying your discipline knowledge to deliver innovative and practical advice that aligns with business objectives and priorities.
You bring extensive experience in policy development, project management, and contract management, consistently delivering positive outcomes in complex and dynamic environments. Your contemporary knowledge of marine policy, legislation, facilities, risks, and emerging issues ensures you can provide authoritative guidance and solutions.
You are highly organised and able to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple competing demands to meet deadlines efficiently. A natural collaborator, you build productive relationships, foster a positive workplace culture, and engage and influence stakeholders effectively to achieve desired outcomes.
With well-developed written and verbal communication skills, you prepare high-quality briefings, reports, and correspondence for senior stakeholders, delivering clear, concise, and informed recommendations. You are committed to public sector values, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful contribution to a safer, more connected, and sustainable South Australia.
Educational Qualifications / Licenses
Relevant tertiary qualifications regarded.
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.
Tenure of Vacancy
Ongoing
Remuneration
ASO7- $108,109 to $116,864 pa + Superannuation.
Enquiries
Grant Sommers
Manager Commercial Marine and State Waters
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Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the 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 - Senior Advisor Commercial Marine and State Waters (ASO7)
Applications close: 14/09/2025 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.
