Classification
Classification: SS/SM 1
Salary Range: $139,538 + Superannuation
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Friday, 22 May 2026
About the Opportunity
The Manager, Emergency Aviation leads the delivery and ongoing operation of the State Police, Ambulance and Rescue Aviation Service (SPARAS), ensuring the service meets the operational needs of all user agencies and aligns with departmental and State Government priorities. The role operates in a complex, high‐risk environment, providing strategic and operational leadership to support public safety outcomes. The role is responsible for leading the SPARAS team, managing high‐value service provider contracts, and building strong relationships with senior executives, operational stakeholders and external partners to ensure effective, safe and customer‐focused service delivery.
About the Business
The Public Safety Solutions Unit within the Attorney‐General's Department delivers mission critical shared services to government agencies, primarily those responsible for providing emergency services to the South Australian community. These include the SA Computer Aided Dispatch (SACAD) system, the SA Government Radio Network (SAGRN) and Emergency Aviation.
For more information about the Attorney‐General's Department and also Projects and Technology, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/
Special Conditions for Employment
Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
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.
Additional Notes
For further information about this opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Peter Sinclair, Director, Public Safety Solutions, Projects and Technology on 04 973 796 or peter.sinclair@sa.gov.au
EEO Statements
The Attorney‐General's Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part‐time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier‐free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
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