Director, Infrastructure Coordination
Reference 5P53538B
Role Highlights
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Shape South Australia’s infrastructure future through transformative projects
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Collaborate with top government and industry leaders on high-stakes initiatives
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Access competitive executive remuneration and flexible arrangements
Role Details
The Director, Infrastructure Coordination is an accomplished infrastructure leader overseeing the Coordinator General’s Office (CGO) team responsible for infrastructure planning, coordination, engineering advisory, and development services. This role focuses on enabling infrastructure such as water, power, and utilities; transport and trunk infrastructure; and other requirements essential for major projects.
As Director, you will empower your team, colleagues, and partners to deliver major and complex State and private sector projects aligned with the Government’s economic, social, and environmental agenda and the State Development Coordination and Facilitation Act 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead infrastructure planning and coordination across multiple sectors.
• Provide strategic engineering advisory and development services.
• Collaborate with government agencies and private sector partners to enable project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with the Act and alignment with State priorities.
• Drive innovation and best practice in infrastructure development.
We are looking for an experienced leader with:
• Extensive experience in infrastructure planning and delivery at a senior level.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Expertise in utilities, transport, and trunk infrastructure.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Special Conditions
- The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
- The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
- This role requires a National Criminal History check.
For more information please see the role description:
About the Department
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities
in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as
central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity,
knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.
About the Business
The creation of the
Coordinator General’s Office is a key feature of the State Development
Coordination and Facilitation Act, which recently passed Parliament.
The legislation aims to
address challenges and delays in assessment and approval processes, while
critically maintaining South Australia’s high levels of statutory protection.
Overseen by the
Coordinator General, the new mechanisms will help manage a growing number of
urgent and significant projects, including those involving housing,
decarbonisation, and AUKUS, in a timelier manner.
Contact Us
Enquiries to Amber Pellerin - Manager Executive Services
0456763636
Diversity and Inclusion
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.
We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.
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.