The South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (SACAT) is seeking applications for appointment as an Ordinary Member of the Tribunal. Ordinary Members are non-judicial officers appointed by her Excellency the Governor for a term of three to five years.

SACAT is a state tribunal that helps people in South Australia to resolve matters within civil and administrative law, either through agreement at a conference or mediation, or through a decision at a hearing. SACAT also conducts reviews of certain State Government decisions.

The Tribunal deals with cases in a range of jurisdictions, such as residential tenancies, mental health, guardianship and administration, professional disciplinary reviews and a wide range of administrative decisions made by other areas of Government.  In the vast majority of the matters dealt with by SACAT, the parties are unrepresented. SACAT has been established for ten years, utilises end-to-end digital systems and strives for continuous improvement, efficiency, accessibility and the delivery of fair outcomes.

Appointees must:
1.    be a legal practitioner of at least 5 years standing; or
2.    have extensive knowledge, expertise or experience relating to a class of matter within the Tribunal’s jurisdiction.

Experience as a tribunal member or in appearing in tribunals or in alternative dispute resolution is desirable.  Please click here for further information and to apply. Applications close: 25/05/2025 11:30 PM