Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 840798
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community.

We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformative transport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city’s public transport network.

Our work encompasses every part of our State; from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility and support for our people.

The Opportunity 

The Communications Engineer is part of a collaborative team within the Passenger Information and ICT section of the South Australian Public Transport Authority. In this role, you will provide specialist technical advice, services and systems engineering support to ensure the reliability, safety and long-term performance of Passenger Information and ICT infrastructure.

You will collaborate closely with service providers, technical specialists and stakeholders to deliver expert advice, review projects and ensure compliance with relevant standards, policies and legislation. Your work will contribute to the planning, assurance, management of operational critical assets support complex projects and work packages for a range of infrastructure works including future improvements across a range of technologies and systems’ applications.

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on South Australia’s public transport network, apply your technical expertise, and work within a supportive, high-performing team that values innovation, collaboration and professional development.

About you

You are technically skilled and solutions-focused professional. You work effectively with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong initiative, coordinating and delivering complex programs, projects and services. You apply sound technical expertise and knowledge of relevant standards, policies, legislation and risk frameworks. You have well-developed and strong understanding in electronics and operational communications areas.

You excel at planning, prioritising and managing competing demands, both independently and collaboratively, ensuring deadlines and project objectives are consistently met. Your experience includes coordinating and supporting the delivery of technical services within complex organisations, conducting specialised investigations, analysing data, applying sound methodologies to inform decision-making and deliver customer focused outcomes.

With your specialised skills, you provide responsive, high-quality advice and recommendations that support the delivery of large-scale technical programs. You develop and adapt standardised methodologies, manage and maintain accurate records, fostering continuous improvement and implement practical solutions with urgency through collaboration with teams and stakeholders.

Educational Qualifications / Licences  

• A degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications or Information and Communication Technology) providing eligibility for membership of institution of engineer, Australia.
• A current driver’s licence is essential.

Special Conditions

• A National Police Check (NPC) which is required to employment with the Department of Infrastructure and Transport and is required to be renewed every three years.
• This position has been identified as a Rail Safety Worker and has been classified as a Category 3 Non-safety Critical Worker and will be subject to periodic health assessments as per Rail Safety National Law.
• All Rail Safety Workers must carry out their duties in accordance with the Rail Safety National Law 2012 and in keeping with the Rail Commissioner’s Safety Management System.
• Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.

Tenure of Vacancy

Ongoing

Remuneration

 PO2 - $91,565 to $106,074 pa + superannuation

Enquiries

Christine Koning’s
Manager Passenger Information an ICT
Telephone: (08) 7133 2503
Email: christine.konings@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the 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. 

Role statement Communications Engineer PO2

Applications close: 03/05/2026 9:00 PM

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.