Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 17 FEBRUARY 2025
Job Description
The Procurement Manager leads the Procurement team and provides professional procurement advice to business units across the department and develops and/or manages complex and high risk whole of department contracts. This involves developing business cases, procurement plans, tender documents, evaluation reports, and contract management plans, as well as negotiation and consultation with stakeholders.
At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
* Demonstrated expert support and advice on procurement and contract management for goods, services and works contracts, defining and facilitating better practices.
* Demonstrated extensive experience in complex, high-risk contract development and/or management.
* Demonstrated high-level written skills with the ability to prepare complex procurement and technical documents working closely with stakeholders and contract managers and teams to ensure compliance with the procurement standards, processes and procedures.
* High-level interpersonal and negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to influence effectively and lead the delivery of a customer-centric service.
* Knowledge of WA Government procurement legislation, policies, and guidelines.
About Us
DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.
Benefits of working with us
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
* Annual leave to be adjusted based on the position, e.g. 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
* 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
* Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
* Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
* A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
* An annual National Park Entry Pass.
* Well-established learning and development programs.
* Free staff parking.
How to apply:
All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide: a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages) and current CV, including the details of two referees.
For further job-related information: contact Craig Simpson on (08)9219 9345 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit .
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
* A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.
Substantive Equality Statement
DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08)92199879 or Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
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