Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 848364
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We are currently seeking applications for a Contract Manager to join the Fleet team within the South Australian Government Financing Authority at the Department of Treasury & Finance for a 12-month period.

Remuneration: ASO7 – Salary Range ($112,163 - $121,246 p.a).

About the opportunity:

The Department of Treasury and Finance is the lead agency for economic, digital and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice as well as digital services to the Government of South Australia. The Department of Treasury and Finance actively promotes flexible working arrangements and values diversity in the workplace.

The South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) is the central financing authority, captive insurer and manager of the passenger and light commercial fleet operations for the Government of South Australia. It also provides extensive financial advisory services to the South Australian public sector.

The Contract Manager, Fleet leads and delivers a range of cutting-edge, complex and/or critical outcomes, including the establishment, transition and management of tasks relating to the procurement and contract management activities of the South Australian Government’s passenger and light commercial motor vehicle fleet. The Contract Manager, Fleet will be required to work extensively with suppliers, customers and internal and external stakeholders.

About you:

- You are solutions-driven, curious, innovative, collaborative and purposeful.
- Ability to build credibility and rapport with senior stakeholders both within the organisation and outside, in such a way as to develop trust and cooperation, including the ability to design and execute stakeholder communication so that expectations are effectively managed.




- Ability to understand the nature of Government or complex organisations and to respond appropriately to matters of political sensitivity.

To be successful you will:

- Completed or working towards a bachelor’s degree in Procurement or Supply Management, Law, Finance or Business Management, or a commercial background with up to three years’ experience with similar complex or across government procurement and contract management responsibilities.
- Provide leadership, advice and assistance to support the capability development of staff assisting with procurement and contract management initiatives within the team.
- Significant experience in managing the end-to-end procurement process for a variety of categories, particularly managing complex categories and/or supply markets with limited competition, and in managing multiple projects and scheduling activities.
- Experience in advising others on appropriate market approaches, including approaches other than tendering, such as direct negotiation, competitive dialogue, reverse marketing and/or supplier development.

About us:

- At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
- We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
- Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
- SAFA functions as a central financing authority, captive insurer,



provider of advisory services and manager of the passenger and light commercial fleet operations for the Government of South Australia, SAFA plays an integral role in the overall management of the State Government’s finances and risks, harnessing economies of scale and high level of expertise to provide a range of treasury, insurance, commercial advisory and vehicle fleet management services to public sector clients, set by its strategic direction.

What we offer

- Flexible working options
- Salary packaging options
- Discounted gym membership
- Supportive career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Name: Glenn Gaisford
Title: Manager, Fleet
Tel: 7133 8166
email: ***************@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. A National Police Clearance.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 21/07/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - Contract Manager Fleet.pdf

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.

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