Project Management Officer (Capital Projects)

Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing
Job reference: 600944
Location: 5031 - MILE END
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout the AgencyThe Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead agency for the Government's policy on sport and active recreation. ORSR is responsible for State Government policy and legislation as it relates to the sector, its key programs, sport and recreation infrastructure and funding programs. The ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, Councils and the community through the development of policy, programs and resources, the provision of funding, recreation and sport planning, infrastructure development, elite sport pathways and programs, and the promotion of physical activity.About the Division - Infrastructure and PlanningThe Infrastructure and Planning division provides a strategic and integrated approach towards the planning, development, delivery and management of recreation and sport infrastructure and works to build diversity, strength, capacity and sustainability with industry clients and the community.The division is responsible for a number of the State's key sporting assets, including major sporting venues such as the South Australian Sports Institute, Australian Centre for Sports Aerodynamics, Adelaide SuperDrome, and SA Athletics Stadium. It is also responsible for managing the delivery and mobilisation of key projects including the new South Australian Sports Institute and the Adelaide Aquatic Centre.It also undertakes strategic facility planning and works closely with stakeholders in the development of sound business cases to inform Government strategic investment decisions.Role Highlights

• Unique opportunity to deliver elite level sporting facilities.
• Shape the future of netball for the next generation of stars.
• Flexible work conditions and supportive workplace culture.

Role DetailsThe Project Management Officer (Capital Projects) reports to the Manager, Recreation and Sport Planning and is responsible for managing the planning and delivery of funded Capital Projects at selected sites under the care and control of the Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing.The role will liaise with key project stakeholders (internal and external) and provide timely project and budget status reports to ORSR Senior Executive and Government. The job includes both hands-on and administrative duties.Priority projects for delivery include:

• South Australian Netball Stadium redevelopment.
• Associated Mile End Precinct redevelopments.

Special Conditions

• This role has been classified as a position of trust. The incumbent is subject to a satisfactory general probity check in line with departmental policies and procedures.
• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
• Current driver's licence and the willingness to drive is essential.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing state or regionally significant facility development projects/construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets and schedules for state or regionally significant large construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience conducting successful and meaningful stakeholder engagement, and ability to navigate complex competing interests.

ClassificationASO6 - Administrative Services OfficerSalary Range$97,022 - $102,626 p.a.DurationUp to 2 Years.Enquiries toThomas Etherton
A/Manager, Recreation and Sport Planning
Phone: (08) 7424 7617
Email: thomas.etherton@sa.gov.au
Applications close: 27/06/2024 11:00 PMAttachments:
-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.