Sports Engineer
Reference 5FC4177A

Job Reference:

5FC4177A

Eligibility:

External Vacancy – Open to Everyone

Business Unit:

SASI

Location:

145B Railway Terrace, Mile End

Salary Range:

$94,769 - $109,787

Classification:

PO200

Duration:

Up to 24 months

Closing Date:

23 Aug 2026

Role Highlights

- Develop practical solutions to athlete equipment and performance challenges.
- Support the SASI Para Uni and para-athletes with engineering solutions.
- Capitalise on SASI success, new facilities and 2032 Games opportunities.

Role Details
This role provides practical engineering support across SASI, and predominantly in the SASI Para Unit program and the Australian Centre for Sports Aerodynamics. It combines engineering design with hands-on technician responsibilities. The focus is on developing, building, and implementing athlete-specific solutions, while supporting the technical operation and reliability of key performance infrastructure, including the wind tunnel. The position works closely with athletes, coaches, and performance staff to translate performance challenges into effective, usable outcomes.

Special Conditions

- 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.
- This role requires a working with children check.

Essential Qualifications / Licences

- Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, Rehabilitation or other similar field) 2 years industry applied engineering experience in an applicable field
- Current driver's licence

For more information please see the role description:

Role Statement - Sports Engineer (PO2).pdf

About the Department

The Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (ORSR) is the lead South Australian Government agency for sport,



active recreation and racing. ORSR supports sport and recreation organisations, local government, and the community by providing leadership and support through the development and delivery of funding, policy, programs, infrastructure planning and management, and high-performance pathways.

About the Business

The South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) is the High Performance Sports hub in South Australia. Its purpose is empowering people to achieve their sporting dreams and inspiring South Australians. SASI does this by:

- Providing the highest quality daily training environment, including embracing leading-edge technologies to optimise the performance of its people, programs, projects and partners.
- Optimising national representation and medal success on the world stage for South Australian-based athletes and teams.
- Pursuing excellence in practice, services and culture.
- Developing sustainable talent pathways for athletes and coaches.
- Enhancing the community’s engagement with SASI.

Contact Us

Enquiries to Kevin Tabotta - Senior High-Performance Manager

0419 892 ***

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 workplace. 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.

📌 Sports Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 Department of the Premier & Cabinet
📍 Adelaide