Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 863288
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Multiple full-time vacancies available until 14 October 2027
Remuneration: ASO6 ($105,747 - $111,854) plus 12% superannuation

Role Details:

As a Senior PeopleSoft Developer situated in Adelaide, you will develop and integrate complex PeopleSoft application solutions. This will strengthen the department’s Connected Client and Case Management System (C3MS), which records and manages client information.

The ICT directorate are seeking multiple authoritative and experienced professionals, who can hit the ground running. Your specialist knowledge and significant technical judgement will bolster complex development initiatives and guide PeopleSoft solutions. This will safeguard the security and reliability of key ICT functions to fulfill business requirements and technical standards.

In this role, you will:

- Oversee complex PeopleSoft solutions through dedicated analysis, design and development activities
- Generate secure and maintainable solutions through a range of software applications, including PeopleTools
- Employ specialist knowledge to assess solution options and the translation of complex functional and non-functional requirements into technical designs
- Advance PeopleSoft database components to resolve data quality and performance issues
- Utilise relevant tools such as Query Manager and BI Publisher to support PeopleSoft reporting solutions.

About you:

- You possess expertise in facilitating complex PeopleSoft enterprise applications




- You have extensive knowledge of PeopleSoft application modules, processes and frameworks
- You demonstrate strong structured query language skills to manage relational databases
- You can fulfill key legislative requirements to complete workload obligations
- You are a highly competent written and verbal communicator when leading technical reviews and providing consultation to key stakeholders.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

- A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
- Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
- Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
- Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
- Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.





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About DCP

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Special Conditions:

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Want to know more?

Contact Mr Gareth Pavlich – Application Development Team Lead for a confidential discussion

Via tel: 0477 119 *** or email: **************@sa.gov.au

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, protected, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 30/11/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - Senior PeopleSoft Developer - ASO6.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.

📌 Senior PeopleSoft Developer (Adelaide)
🏢 Department For Child Protection
📍 Adelaide