Job reference: 690566
Location: Adelaide CBD
Job status: Temporary appointment up to 12 months, with an option of extension or conversion to be considered
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
MAS3 $127,859 pa + superannuation

Are you passionate about leading a high performing and diverse team, delivering legislative change, driving change and engaging with stakeholders? If so, then this exciting opportunity could be just what you are looking for.

At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport we work as part of the community to deliver effective transport planning policy, efficient transport, and valuable social and economic infrastructure. We play an important part in the lives of South Australians whether they are driving on our roads, catching public transport, boating in our waters, or attending a school or hospital we have built.

We highly value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility and support for our staff.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a leader to become the Manager Legislative Services within our Legal, Commercial and Assurance Services Directorate within People and Corporate Services.

This role is responsible for providing complex legislative advice to the Department, leading the development of innovative new legislation and associated strategies. The Manager also plays a key role in stakeholder relationship management.

A key focus of the work is high level negotiations and provisions of services to a diverse range of stakeholders, including Ministers, industry advocacy groups and a range of internal and external stakeholders, to deliver a program of complex legislation through the Parliamentary process, effectively leading and motivating a high performing legislative services team, and supporting, mentoring and developing graduates.

You will be provided with autonomy and genuine flexibility within a dynamic Directorate, which is focused on providing innovative solutions and customer-centred services.

We are looking for a leader who is innovative, passionate and positive who is willing to embrace the Department's values and deliver real change to the lives of South Australians.

If you are looking for a new opportunity and value working as part a dedicated team, then this is the role for you.

Qualifications/Experience
Appropriate tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience is desirable.

Special Conditions

A National Police Check is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

Attendance may be required on Public Holidays and over the Christmas New Year period.

Attendance at Parliament to assist the passage of legislation may be required.

Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.

Enquiries
Olivia Hubbard
Director, Legal, Commercial and Assurance Services
Telephone: (08) 7133 2206
Email: [email protected]

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 2 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.

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.

Applications close: 20/08/2025 9:00 PM