Start of main content PROJECT MANAGER, TELEMETRY UPLIFT PROGRAM

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 664138
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Project Manager is responsible for the delivery and effective management of the Telemetry Uplift Program (a Commonwealth funded program to implement telemetry on licensed water meters in the River Murray). The Project Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the project management cycle to ensure the strategic objectives are achieved on time and within budget. The Project Manager is responsible for planning, monitoring and reporting against project outcomes, and providing leadership and guidance to staff and authorities. The role forecasts, administers, monitors, reports and ensures delivery of the project and has a central role in mitigating risks, developing and managing required consultation with licence holders and other stakeholders and ensuring protocols are developed and followed.

What can we offer you!

Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: for up to 30 June 2027

Desirable Qualifications: Relevant qualification in Project Management

Special Conditions:

May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties
Current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is desirable.
May require some intra/interstate travel, including overnight absences
Some out of hours may be required


Remuneration:

ASO7 ($108,10+ min - $116,+64 max p.a.)

Enquiries to:

Michael Macdonald, A/Director, Water Licensing
Michael.Macdonald@sa.gov.au
(08) 7421 0161


Application Instructions:



Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.


Applications close: 08/05/2025 11:00 PM