South Australia Police
Job reference: 846654
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Term full-time vacancy up to 24 months.

The Despatch Coordinator is responsible for coordinating despatch and logistical services within SAPOL and for external postage and courier services as part of the Facilities Management Unit. It includes general supervision of the activities of the Despatch Assistants and the monitoring of systems and finances to ensure the provision of a responsive and efficient despatch service.

The role works within a dynamic and collaborative Facility Management Unit (FMU) within Physical Assets Services Branch (PASB), responsible for management and oversight of a range of facilities across SAPOL’s statewide asset portfolio and for the delivery of facility management services to ensure that the portfolio is maintained to an optimum level in support of Policing Operations and business continuity.

PASB is comprised of seven units: Capital Projects Unit, Major Projects Unit, Strategic Infrastructure & Assets Unit, Contracts, Impound & Armoury Unit, Strategic Operations: Fleet & Property, Facilities Management Unit, and Business Unit.  A 'one team' mindset driven by leadership at all levels, that is focused on achieving our Vision and Key Strategy allows us to realise the full potential of our workforce and ensures service excellence. To achieve this, members adopt a problem solving, responsive and informative approach.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• The incumbent needs to be available to commence at 7am and out of hours work may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program and some intra/interstate travel may be required
• As part of the recruitment process, the preferred applicant will need to complete a Functional Capacity Assessment medical to confirm their ability to safely meet the physical demands of the position.

Salary

ASO3 - $71,589 - $76,033 per annum.

Enquiries

Tom Pontt
(08) 7322 3596
Tom.Pontt@police.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online. Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Applications close: 24/06/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments:
- PID - ASO3 Despatch Coordinator - Facilities Management Unit.pdf
- RF2099 - Pre-Employment Dec.pdf

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.