TRANSPORT ECONOMIST

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$104,165 a year
Job type

Fixed term

Contract
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Weekend availability
 
Location
Adelaide SA 5000
 
Full job description
Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 685006
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT), we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformative transport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city’s public transport network.

Our work encompasses every part of our State; from our cities to our regions, connecting and strengthening community. We value diversity and inclusion and foster an environment of collaboration, flexibility, and support for our people.

Our Transport Strategy and Planning team leads the coordination of project planning and investment across our marine, road and rail networks. Through the strategic plans and program frameworks we deliver, we’re at the forefront of shaping South Australia.

The Opportunity
We currently have two vacancies reporting to the Principal Transport Economist.

The Senior Transport Economist (ASO7) is responsible for the identification, analysis, research and evaluation of high-level strategic transport issues with an economic focus, undertaking and critically reviewing a range of complex economic assessments, including cost benefit analyses and financial assessments.

The Transport Economist (ASO6) undertakes and reviews a range of complex economic assessments, including cost benefit analyses which support evidence-based decision making and inform business case development.

Both positions play a key role in development and maintenance of economic and financial data, analysis and modelling capacity within the Unit, and provides advice and services to others in the Department on complex economic and financial analysis issues assisting various clients in the development of business cases.

About You
The ideal candidates will have demonstrated expertise/knowledge conducting socio-economic and financial evaluations of transport initiatives, contributing high-level advice to support the development of complex business cases. This experience is underpinned by strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a proven ability to evaluate data, make evidence-based decisions, and deliver innovative and strategic recommendations that align with broader departmental goals. Your approach must be supported by a deep understanding of policy and process frameworks relevant to transport and infrastructure.

Can you demonstrate a high standard of written and verbal communication, with experience producing strategic advice, persuasive reports, and briefings for senior audiences. Your proven ability to present compelling arguments and negotiate effectively, offering practical insights that support policy development and organisational improvement will be well regarded.

If this sounds like you and you are ready to take on either of these exciting opportunities and contribute to the success of our agency, then we invite you to apply.

For further information regarding the roles, please refer to the attached role statements.

Qualifications/Experience
ASO7 - To be eligible for appointment at this classification level, a degree in Economics or other relevant discipline is required.

Sound practical experience and proficiency in economic and financial analysis and the application of economic modelling techniques and principles.

Intermediate / strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

ASO6 - To be eligible for appointment at this classification level, tertiary qualifications in Economics, Finance or other relevant discipline is required.

Special Conditions
A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

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

Remuneration
ASO6 - $98,478 to $104,165 pa + superannuation
ASO7 - $108,109 to $116,864 pa + superannuation

Enquiries
Aaron Bell
Principal Economist
Telephone: (08) 7133 1599
Email: Aaron.Bell@sa.gov.au

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

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached 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 safe places for everybody.


Role Statement - Transport Economist (ASO6)
Role Statement - Senior Transport Economist (ASO7)


Applications close: 24/07/2025 9:00 PM


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.

 

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