ASO8 Project Manager

Join SAPOL on a one-year fixed-term vacancy as an IT Project Manager

Your new company

The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Service supports the frontline policing and corporate operations of SAPOL through the provision of ICT infrastructure and communication platforms, operational software applications, and support services. The Service is responsible for driving the ongoing evolution of ICT capability across SAPOL, through the delivery of high-quality ICT change programs. The Service is structured across four core pillars: Strategy, Innovation and Engagement; Program Delivery; Operational Services; and Security and Assurance. The Service extends from traditional ICT services to encompass a specialist radio and technology capability, including laser and radar calibration services.

Your new role

This role offers a unique opportunity to join SAPOL’s Cyber Division, where you'll lead the delivery of high-impact projects using cutting-edge technologies across a diverse and dynamic portfolio.
The IT Project Manager has responsibility for one or more assigned projects including leadership and direction to assigned project resources. The role will build strong relationships with SAPOL project sponsors, IS&T subject matter experts and suppliers.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Significant experience managing IT projects, ideally with infrastructure project delivery experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in the management of large and complex IT projects, implementing significant business change and IT solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management including: The management of project schedules, resources and resource plans, project dependencies, scope change, risks, issues, budgets and finances.
    • Requirements management, change management and defect management.
    • The implementation of quality assurance processes and subsequent adherence verification
    • The creation and presentation of project reports and papers to various key stakeholders.
    • A comprehensive understanding of PRINCE2 or equivalent project management methodologies.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people of all levels both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with IS&T operations teams.
  • Ability to manage resources effectively, provide guidance to staff and work effectively in a team environment to achieve agreed objectives.
  • Experience in maintaining effective relationships with customers, colleagues, suppliers as well as internal and external stakeholders, including conflict resolution and managing expectations.
  • Understanding of business process re-engineering, application development methodologies, quality assurance mechanisms and the SDLC including supporting tools and techniques

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
SA - Adelaide
Specialism
Projects & Change Management
Pay
ASO8 - $121,107 - $125,679 per annum
Ref:
2953019
Closing date
30 Sep 2025

Talk to a consultant

Talk to John Brake, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Adelaide
Level 17, 11-19 Grenfell St

Telephone: 0872214151

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