Your new company
South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a diverse range of services to the community. These services are aimed at producing a safe and peaceful environment by the minimisation of crime and disorder. It is a large complex organisation which, because of the nature of its operations, is constantly subject to public scrutiny and accountability. It provides services to a range of different locations (over 100) spread across the State on a 24 hour a day basis. SAPOL’s vision is to provide a visible, responsive police service for all South Australians. All SAPOL employees are guided by Our Values of Service, Integrity, Courage, Leadership, Collaboration and Respect. SAPOL is an
organisation with a proud history and an exciting vision for the future.
Your new role
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.
Program Delivery is accountable for the successful delivery of business outcomes from a large portfolio of projects. It contains both project delivery accountability as well as portfolio governance responsibilities to manage quality, risk and budget to optimise outcomes from the portfolio as a whole. SAPOL is undertaking a large complex portfolio of work across a range of areas including core infrastructure, business systems and digital transformation initiatives. This full portfolio has been broken into three sub-portfolios to deliver on the business outcomes.
The IS&T Project Manager is responsible for managing large, complex, and technical IT solutions for significant project(s). The role 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, business subject matter experts and suppliers.
What you'll need to succeed
- Considerable experience managing ICT projects
- Demonstrated experience in the management of large and complex ICT projects, implementing significant business change and ICT solutions
- Demonstrated experience in project management including:
- Managing project schedules, resources, dependencies, scope, risks, issues, and budgets
- Handling requirements, changes, and defects
- Implementing and verifying quality assurance processes
- Creating and presenting project reports to stakeholders
- Understanding PRINCE2 or similar methodologies
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with people of all levels both verbally and in writing.
- Skilled in resource management, staff guidance, and teamwork to meet objectives.
- Experienced in managing relationships and resolving conflicts with all stakeholders.
- Strong grasp of BPR, app development, QA processes, and SDLC tools and techniques.
Special Conditions
- The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
- The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
- Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program
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 to john.brake@hays.com.au , or call us now 0872214151.
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.
