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Department for Infrastructure and TransportJob reference: 830578Location: ADELAIDEJob status: OngoingEligibility: Open to Everyone 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 OpportunityJoin a supportive and forward-thinking digital team responsible for maintaining and enhancing the applications that enable essential public services. As a Senior Application Administrator, you will provide expert technical support, manage upgrades, and ensure our key business systems remain reliable, secure, and continually improving. Working closely with business areas, vendors, and ICT specialists, you will troubleshoot complex issues, support enhancement projects, and contribute to ongoing modernisation initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and taking ownership of outcomes in a collaborative environment. Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain and support key departmental applications to ensure availability and performance.Coordinate system upgrades, patches, and enhancements with internal teams and vendors.Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, contributing to incident management and root-cause analysis.Work with stakeholders to understand business needs and support continuous improvement.Provide guidance to less experienced staff and promote best practice in application support.A full list of duties is outlined in the attached Role Statement.About YouYou are an adaptable and solutions-focused ICT professional with experience supporting and administering enterprise applications. You bring strong technical capability, sound judgement, and the ability to work independently while building positive relationships across the organisation. You will have experience in several (not necessarily all) of the following areas:Application or systems administrationNET, C#, JavaScript or similar frameworksCloud platforms such as AWSOracle or other SQL-based database environmentsIIS, Tomcat, or other web/application serversEnterprise platforms such as Appian, Atlassian products, or records management systemsYou communicate clearly, manage competing priorities effectively, and take initiative to improve the systems and services you support.Why Join Us?Flexible working arrangementsSupportive team cultureOpportunities for training and skill developmentInvolvement in meaningful work that supports public service deliveryStable role with ongoing modernisation projectsEducational QualificationsFormal qualifications in IT related discipline.Special ConditionsA 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.Tenure of VacancyOngoingRemunerationASO6 - $98,478 to $104,165 pa + Superannuation.EnquiriesCosette Au-YeungTeam Leader Application Administration & SupportTelephone: Email: Application InstructionsApplications 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 statementOur CommitmentThe 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 Senior Application Administrator ASO6Applications close: 08/02/2026 9:00 PM Flexibility StatementThe 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.