Category Specialist

This position is a fixed term, full-time opportunity commencing immediately until 05 April 2027 with the possibility of extensions and/or permanency. This selection process may be used to fill other similar at level vacancies that arise within twelve (12) months. Applicants deemed suitable, but not recommended, may be considered for those roles.

As Western Australia’s leading hazard management agency, DFES performs a critical role coordinating emergency services for a range of natural disasters and emergency incidents threatening life and property. By empowering our people, we create a diverse and capable organisation where we are united and supportive allowing us to work better together. It’s crucial that as a collective, our employees, volunteers and the general public have all the tools they need to safely and effectively manage emergency events.

The Category Specialist assists with the management of the supply chain, including procurements and contracts, within the strategic and high-risk ICT, Professional Services and Corporate Portfolio. The role also leads value optimisation to meet business goals and is accountable for category performance, including benefits tracking and reporting.

Leadership Behaviours are applicable to this role, and you are expected to demonstrate the relevant behaviours aligned to the context of Personal Leadership.

DFES is an emergency services organisation and all employees may be required to work or travel outside of normal business hours to assist with emergencies and additional allowances may apply.

Please Note: All Essential Criteria listed in the Job Description Form will be assessed during the course of the selection process. Referees may be contacted at any stage during the process. Ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application online before 4:00pm (WST). Any late, emailed or proforma applications submitted will be rejected. An executive search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment to this role.

As well as a great salary and being a part of something rewarding with key networking opportunities, our employees also enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include:

• Free 24/7 access to an on-site gym.
• Opportunities to assist during statewide emergency incidents.
• Great work/life balance through flexible working and leave arrangements.
• Long service leave after 7 years.
• Paid parental leave as well as other attractive leave options.
• Access to salary packaging options.
• Professional Career Development Opportunities.

You must be an Australian Citizen or hold permanent residency to be considered for permanent appointments or hold a working visa covering the term of the contract (proof must be provided with your application) to be eligible for this position.

A condition of employment for new employees of DFES is that a current National Police Certificate (less than 3 months old) is provided prior to commencement.

The Fire and Emergency Services (Superannuation Fund) Regulations 1986, prevents DFES from offering choice of super for permanent appointments. Those appointed permanently, only have the following two options:

• Remain with their existing GESB Superannuation account; or
• Join the Fire and Emergency Services Superannuation Fund.

Those appointed on a fixed term contract do have choice of super, however if converted to permanent, employees will need to choose one on the two options listed above.

DFES supports inclusion and diversity and advocates the value of inclusiveness where all DFES personnel are encouraged to contribute fully and are recognised and valued for their differences in an environment that is free from discrimination and the negative effects of bias, both conscious and unconscious. People from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal Australians and people with a disability are encouraged to apply. DFES may prioritise recruitment decisions based on the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).