Technical Officer

Description:

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is one of the largest state government agencies in South Australia.

Our extensive portfolio means we interact with South Australians daily.

Through the infrastructure we build and maintain, transport systems we operate, licensing and regulatory services we administer and the safety initiatives we drive, our work encompasses every part of our State.

We connect South Australians to keep our State moving - now and for the future.

Public Transport South Australia
Public Transport South Australia (PTSA) moves millions of South Australians.

We provide well connected and customer-focused public transport services safely, efficiently and sustainably.

We are involved in delivering game-changing projects, from the electrification of our trains, improving services based on feedback and demand, through to the exciting transition to renewable energy, creating a legacy for our State.

The Opportunity
We believe we have the most talented and skilled workforce in government. Our people are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the South Australian community.

We are seeking to recruit a Technical Officer to join our Train and Tram Assets team.

The Technical Officer is part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineering resources providing signals support to the Manager, Train and Tram assets, in the management of the South Australian Government’s Train and Tram assets, including the surveillance of service providers that carry out Signal maintenance of the department’s assets to achieve consistency of asset condition and performance across the network.

The role is responsible for the review and monitoring of service provider performance, reports and verification against their assets maintenance systems and technical maintenance plans, presenting recommendations, operational improvements and risk mitigation. Provide a comprehensive range of improvement projects delivered for the signalling systems.

Accountable to the Manager, Train and Tram Assets this role liaises with a range of internal and external customers, including service providers, contractors, Asset Maintenance workgroups and members of the public.

If you’re interested in a career that really moves, we’d love to hear from you!

For further information regarding the roles and each of the relevant specialities, please refer to the attached Role Statements.

Qualifications/Experience
The successful candidate will be appointed at the classification level commensurate with their qualification(s), skills and experience.

For appointment at the TGO level, a relevant Diploma/Advanced Diploma or an equivalent recognised qualification in Electronics is essential.

Special Conditions
The successful candidate will be required to provide a National Police Check (NPC) prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

The role 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.

Remuneration
TGO2 - $75,240 to $79,880 pa + superannuation.
ASO4 - $76,561 to $80,256 pa + superannuation.

Enquiries
Joseph Denichilo
Systems Engineer - Signaling Lead
Telephone: (08)7133 2492
Email: Joseph.Denichilo@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 two 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 - Technical Officer (ASO4)
Role Statement - Technical Officer (TGO2)

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.