Job reference: 854657
Location: Walkley Heights
Temporary appointment up to eighteen (18) months
PO2 - $94,769 to $109,787 pa + superannuation

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by managing roads, marine and public transport networks across the State, and builds and maintains the State-owned infrastructure that enables the delivery of essential and important government services to our community.

The Opportunity

The Electrical Asset Engineer delivers specialist support for the planning and management of statewide electrical assets. The role provides technical advice, analysis and reporting to inform asset performance, data integrity and decision-making. It contributes to improving asset management practices and supports the development of maintenance and renewal strategies for road lighting, traffic signals and Intelligent Transport Systems.

About you

You bring demonstrated knowledge of road lighting, traffic signals and ITS networks, including associated risks, trends and broader considerations. You apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver responsive, customer focused outcomes. You communicate clearly and negotiate effectively with stakeholders, while working independently or collaboratively to deliver quality, risk aware decisions within tight timeframes.

Educational Qualifications /Licences

- Degree in Electrical Engineering providing eligibility for graduate membership as a Professional Engineer of the Institution of Engineers, Australia

- A current driver's licence.

Special Conditions

- A National Police Check (NPC)



is required prior to employment with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport and is required to be renewed every three years.

- May be required to attend site visits on occasion.

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

Enquiries
Bruno Castellucci
Electrical Asset Planning Lead
Telephone: (08) •••• •953
Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions

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

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the 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 secure places for everybody.

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.

Applications close: 27/08/2026 9:00 PM

📌 Electrical Asset Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 Department for Infrastructure and Transport
📍 Adelaide