Senior Project Manager

Job no: 915811

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Information/Communication Technology, Project and Program Management

• Department for Health and Wellbeing – Digital Health SA – Business Transformation
• Salary: $121,107 to $125,679 – ASO8 – Full Time / Term Appointment up to 2 Years

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact on healthcare outcomes in South Australia, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an organisation that values innovative solutions and efficient processes.

If you are ready to join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, where you'll lead and deliver cutting-edge Digital Health projects that are central to transforming healthcare we'd like to hear from you. You'll play a pivotal role in driving projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality, on-time, and cost-effective delivery. With the opportunity to guide talented IT contractors, suppliers, and consultants, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of healthcare with your expertise and leadership.

About Us

At Digital Health SA, we are responsible for providing and supporting ICT systems and strategies across the SA Health network. Our mission is to deliver world-class health outcomes through digitally enabled care for all South Australians.

We foster a welcoming and inclusive workplace culture, committed to achieving our vision and purpose. At Digital Health, we value collaboration, celebrate successes, and continuously learn together. We believe our people are our most valuable asset, which is why we prioritise the development of skills, knowledge, and capabilities across our team.

The Service Delivery & Business Administration Services branch focuses on improving the reliability and performance of DHSA services and ensures these services remain aligned to changing customer needs. Business unit accountabilities include service level management, incident and problem management, enterprise systems monitoring, cyber and information security services, continuous improvement, demand management, workforce planning, human resources, procurement, finance and budgets, training and development and facilities management.

About the role

This role will sit in the Business Transformation Unit and will be 'outplaced' to the Service Delivery & Business Administration Services branch to be take responsibility for the security operations centre, business capability model and other key projects associated with the splunk platform.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate complex Digital Health projects to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Collaborate on project plans, goals, and reporting within the Digital Health Portfolio.
• Ensure projects align with departmental policies, objectives, and quality standards.
• Develop processes for timely service delivery and quality assurance compliance.
• Manage project resources, budgets, and staffing to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee contract management, including supplier negotiations and procurement compliance.
• Foster stakeholder engagement and collaboration to drive Digital Health initiatives forward.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Exceptional ability to plan, lead, implement, and manage multiple complex projects aligned with corporate objectives while considering operational, political, financial, and strategic factors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Strong problem-solving skills, capable of identifying, analysing, and executing solutions, along with producing high-level reports.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills, building strong relationships with stakeholders and clients, negotiating successful outcomes, and maintaining professionalism and ethics.
• Adaptable to change, leading and evaluating change initiatives, applying new ideas, and managing competing priorities.
• Extensive experience managing projects, staff, business plans, and multi-million dollar budgets within large, complex organisations.
• Proven track record in providing expert advisory and consultation services at a senior level, interpreting and applying policies and legislation.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, change management practices, and administrative processes in complex organisations.

What We Offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships
• Career development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 915811

Criminal History Screening Requirement

• A 'National Police Certificate' NPC (also known as a 'Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check' NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)

Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Enquiries

Carmel Wilkes

Business Change Coordinator

Phone:

Email:

Application Closing Date

Tuesday, 30 September 2025 – 11:55PM

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Advertised: 23 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 30 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time