Green Industries SA
Job reference: 842510
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About us:

Green Industries SA (GISA) is an enabler and driver of change, supporting the development of the circular economy through diverse collaborations and partnerships which improve economic growth, productivity, resilience, resource efficiency and the environment in South Australia.

We seek to transform the way in which South Australians use and value resources using a zero-waste model to innovate, adapt and lead. We assist business to implement sustainable resource efficiency measures and increase productivity; provide funding for innovations which create new jobs in the circular economy for solutions to growing problematic waste streams; and undertake leading-edge work in the areas of disaster waste management, circular economy leadership education and waste infrastructure planning.

 

About the role:

The Principal Project Officer is a unique role within GISA providing advice in relation to packaging and single-use plastic products, and climate change activities. The role has key responsibilities aligned to the management of the agency’s emissions reporting data and briefings and represents GISA in across-government climate change initiatives. They will support the implementation of agency Net Zero Strategy actions and Climate Ready Government reporting. Developing partnerships with our internal and external stakeholders to deliver programs will be an important aspect of the role.

This role is being offered at the ASO7 level for an initial two year contract.  

 

Our benefits include:

• A meaningful and rewarding career in a purpose-driven organisation committed to sustainability and the circular economy 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Work life balance with flexible hybrid working arrangements, including work from home options
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Peer Support Officers
• Convenient CBD location

 

Application instructions:

All applications must be submitted online via I Work For SA.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (maximum of four pages) relevant to the Technical, Professional Knowledge/Experience within the Role Description, together with a current resume.

Applications should include the name, email address and contact number of three current referees.

Applicants must also submit a completed Pre-Employment Declaration as part of their application.

Applications close: 10/05/2026 6:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration.pdf
- Principal Project Officer ASO7.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.