Innovation Places Project Manager Reference 2HB74F82 Job Reference: 2HB74F82 Eligibility: SA Public Sector Employees Only Business Unit: Lot Fourteen Location: Adelaide Salary Range: $108,109 - $116,864 Classification: ASO700 Duration: 36 months Closing Date: 21 Jul 2025 Role Highlights Drive a strategic policy initiative shaping the state's innovation ecosystem Deliver a range of varied projects and initiatives Be a part of a dynamic, high-performing cross-government team Role Details The Innovation Places Project Manager will manage the cross-government coordination and provide high level project management to drive the implementation of South Australia’s Innovation Places Leadership Framework. This role will manage the development and delivery of strategic and sensitive projects and initiatives aligned to the Framework. Based at Lot Fourteen, you will be part of a core team responsible for delivering this state-wide strategic initiative to connect and leverage the value from investment into innovation places and assets. Special Conditions The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program. The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent. This role requires a National Criminal History check. For more information please see the role description: Role Description - Innovation Places Project Manager (2).pdf About the Department The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives. About the Business On behalf of the state government, the department is leading the management and delivery of Lot Fourteen, a world-class innovation district with a curated, collaborative research and business ecosystem dedicated to driving increased productivity and solving complex global challenges. Led by the State Lead for Lot Fourteen and South Australia’s Innovation Places, the cross-government project team also has responsibility for implementation of the state’s Innovation Places Leadership Framework and development and delivery of Adelaide City Deal projects including Tarrkarri-Centre for First Nations Cultures, the Innovation Hub and the Australian Defence Technologies Academy. One of the most exciting economic development projects in Australia, Lot Fourteen is providing a springboard for innovation and bringing together the state’s leading abilities in space, defence, cyber and creative industries with a focus on enabling critical technologies. Lot Fourteen is currently home to a skilled workforce of more than 1,700 people from more than 150 businesses, attracting some of the world’s most innovative organisations including Amazon Web Services, Salesforce and Cisco. The district is also home to research and industry powerhouses such as the Australian Space Agency, SmartSat CRC, Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre, the Australian Institute for Machine Learning, Stone and Chalk start-up hub and The Circle – First Nations Entrepreneur Hub. Contact Us Enquiries to Rachel Walsh - Director Lot Fourteen Operations 0434 361 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 environment. 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.
