Project Support Officer jobs

Position Description

• Full time ongoing position
• ASO4 salary range $79,432 - $83,266 p.a. + super
• Based at Light Square campus / Kaurna Country

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly organised and adaptable Administration and Project Support Officer to provide high-level support to the Senior Director, People and Culture.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth coordination of day-to-day operations, while also contributing to key People & Culture initiatives and projects. You will be a trusted point of contact, managing competing priorities, supporting critical deliverables, and enabling effective engagement across the organisation.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your attention to detail, and enjoy building strong working relationships, this role will offer variety, challenge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This opportunity reflects the strong career pathways within TAFE SA, with the previous incumbent progressing to the next stage of their career.

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality administrative and project support to senior leaders, teams or programs—ideally within a People & Culture or workforce-focused environment
• Strong knowledge of administrative practices, records management and reporting processes, with an understanding of government policies and operating environments
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail under pressure
• Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to use initiative, anticipate needs, and proactively schedule and coordinate activities
• Sound judgement and the confidence to exercise delegated authority, particularly where policies or precedents are not clearly defined
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships and provide a responsive, professional service

What You Need to Know

A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.

Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.

Why TAFE SA?

TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year (2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards) and the Large Training Provider of the Year at the 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high-quality education and skills training across South Australia.

Join an innovative organisation shaping job-ready students and creating life-changing opportunities. More than a job—make a real impact. GO GET IT!

Perks & Benefits

Life at TAFE SA comes with benefits you’ll value:

• Generous leave entitlements including Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Family & Domestic Violence, Special and Cultural Leave supporting cultural diversity and First Nations employees
• Purchased Annual Leave options
• Salary sacrifice / salary packaging opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work–life balance
• An inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture
• Strong focus on career development and progression
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities

Ready to Shape the Future?

For enquiries, please contact Susan Frangakis – Director, People and Culture via email at susan.frangakis@tafesa.edu.au

Inclusion and Flexibility Statement

Be you, be valued, be included. At TAFE SA, we celebrate diversity and encourage all applicants, including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need support applying? Let us know!

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