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Are you an experienced project professional looking to contribute to high-impact, fast-paced initiatives? Do you thrive in environments where governance, performance, and innovation go hand in hand?

We're looking for a Senior Project Officer to join our Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) at the Department for Energy and Mining (DEM). This is your chance to shape the future of project management across a forward-thinking department delivering on South Australia's strategic energy and mining priorities.

About the opportunity:
As a key member of the EPMO team, the Senior Project Officer will be responsible for implementing robust project control disciplines across DEM. You will work closely with project and program teams to drive excellence across governance, scheduling, risk management, cost control, benefits tracking, reporting, and more.

As a EPMO Senior Project Officer, you will:

Provide expert advice and support aligned with DEM's project management framework (“The DEM Way”).

Support and challenge projects through project controls techniques and portfolio insights.

Contribute to the optimisation and performance monitoring of the project portfolio.

Guide project teams through Gateway reviews and compliance requirements.

Help embed a strong, standardised approach to project delivery as DEM rolls out a new Target Operating Model.

We're looking for someone who:

Has strong knowledge of project management and project control principles and systems, and their applications.

Demonstrates experience in implementing and maintaining effective project and program controls within an enterprise-level PMO or corporate governance structure.

Has proven ability to provide Project/Program management expert advice and guidance across a wide range of complex and strategic programs/projects.

Able to build, facilitate and maintain strong and effective partnerships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Has proven ability to work autonomously or as a team and consistently, prioritise and deliver work to a high standard.

Demonstrates high level of accuracy and attention to detail combined with strong analytical skills.

Able to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at all levels and from a range of backgrounds.

For further information please refer to the role statement.

About us:
The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

Our low-cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

The Corporate and Commercial Division (CCD) sits at the core of the Department for Energy and Mining's (DEM) organisational success. A dynamic hub for all corporate and business support functions with a commercial focus on industry. CCD's unwavering commitment to leading practice standards, makes it the driving force behind DEM's strategic commercial lens, business services, financial management, portfolio management, audit, risk, assurance, and reporting activities.

Why Join Us?

Work on strategic, innovative projects that shape South Australia's future.

Join a supportive, collaborative, and professional EPMO team.

Opportunity to influence and build best-practice program/project management across DEM.

Flexible work arrangements and career development opportunities.

Prime Location - Adelaide CBD, Waymouth Street, close to public transport, shops, and amenities

Active People and Culture agenda - Employee Assistance Program, diversity and inclusion training and events, recognition and rewards, DEM social club and much more!

We are a White Ribbon Accredited workplace that promotes gender equality and a zero tolerance of violence in the workplace

Qualifications:
Essential: A project, programme, or portfolio management qualification such as PMP, P3O, Prince II, MSP

Remuneration:
ASO6 salary range $98,478 - $104,165 per annum + superannuation
Full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions:
This is a contract/term vacancy up to 12 months with possibility for ongoing.

Enquiries:
Isabelle Devaud-Aubert
Manager EPMO
[email protected]

Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating their suitability for the role. Applicants are to include the name, email address and contact number of three referees.

This advertisement also serves as a talent pool. A register of recommended applicants will remain active until end of financial year 2025-2026, during which time you may be offered employment as positions become available.

All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 28/10/2025 11:00 PM