The Department has a requirement for APS5/6 equivalent Procurement officer
The task will include (but not limited to):
- Monitoring and managing procurement activities including providing advice and support for labour hire procurement.
- Assist in the preparation of procurement approval documentation including Approvals to Approach the Market, Evaluation Outcomes, Approvals to commit funds and enter into Arrangements.
- Strong knowledge in administering tender documentation through Aus Tender.
- Corporate document management and filing.
- Mailbox management.
- Responsible for managing a range of contracts, maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers.
- Monitoring contracts and managing extension or renewal of contracts and contract close-out.
- Creating and managing supplier contracts and purchase orders within SAP ensuring compliance with finance policy.
- Maintaining contractor access to time sheeting portal and end of month processing.
- Manage work in Our Security and ensure timely and accurate records are held in Our Security database.
- Problem-solving contract-related issues.
- Administer contracts, outline agreements and purchase orders in SAP.
- Provide policy advice in relation to compliance with relevant Australian Government legislation, rules and policies relating to contract management and procurement activities.
- Preparation and ongoing management of Government contracts.
- Enter, reconcile and maintain invoice and payment records in SAP.
- Undertake financial administration and reporting.
- All tasks are to be performed with minimal direction and will require a high level of initiative to achieve the required outcomes.
- Other duties as required.
- Four years' experience working within Government Procurement.
- Thorough understanding of the PGPA Act for complex procurements.
- Contract management experience, with knowledge of CCS.
- Experience providing oversight of public sector procurement activities.
- Ability to undertake analysis of suppliers, markets, products and service categories to inform procurement planning.
- Assist in the administration of tender evaluation reports for consideration and approval.
- Ability to assist in the oversight of contracts administration activities and monitoring of contract management plans.
- Experience using SAP or similar related financial systems.
Security Required: NV1 Security Clearance required
Location - Canberra, Hybrid
How to Apply - Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks
Closing date: Sunday 10 September 2026
Call Joanne Finchett on 0480 002454 or email Joanne@whizdom.com.au for any further information
