Manager, Rider Safe

Description:

At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We want every South Australian to easily access the services they want, the transport they rely on and the infrastructure they need. Our work encompasses every part of our State, from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community.

For us, it’s personal. We feel it because we live it. We know the projects and services we work on today must deliver for South Australia’s future.

The Opportunity
The Regulation Directorate sits within the Transport Policy and Regulation Division and is responsible for driving the Government’s regulation and policy initiatives and ensuring appropriate compliance, behaviour and safe access across our transport networks.

The Manager, Rider Safe is responsible for overseeing the effective and efficient delivery of the Rider Safe motor bike training and assessment program for the issue of motor bike learner’s permits and licences across the State.

Accountable to the Manager, Driver Licensing Standards, the role provides leadership and guidance on technical, operational, and administrative services for Rider Safe. This includes managing a team of Ride Safe Instructors and Administration support to ensure that all on-range and on-road courses and assessments are conducted as approved by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles (the Registrar), with a strong focus on road safety.

The role also has responsibility for ensuring the Rider Safe program is reviewed and where necessary adjusted to meet contemporary standards of riding, training, assessment, and safety, that it aligns with regulatory requirements, and operates within budget.

About You
We're looking for a proactive and experienced professional is a strong communicator who can engage stakeholders, navigate complex negotiations, and drive positive outcomes.

• Use your expertise to develop, improve, and manage programs and policies.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to solve challenges and implement change.
• Lead teams effectively, ensuring staff performance and development.
• Prioritise tasks, manage risks, and make informed decisions with confidence.
  
  

• Experience in riding motor bikes is desirable.
• Experience in training and assessment is desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management skills are highly desirable.

Special Conditions
Prior to employment with the Department the successful candidate will be required to provide:

• A National Police Check (NPC) which must be renewed every three years.
• A Department for Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check (WWCC) which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.

Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.

Tenure of Vacancy
Temporary appointment up to 2 years.

Remuneration
ASO6 - $98,478 to $104,165 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries
Andre Simmonds
Manager, Driver Licensing Standards
Telephone: (08) 7133 1926
Email: Andre.Simmonds@sa.gov.au

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

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached 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.

As a WE’RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.


Role Statement - Manager Rider Safe (ASO6)

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.