Procurement Officer

Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour.

Clerk Grade 5/6 – Salary starting from $102,936.00 - $113,579.00 + super and leave loading.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.

About the Role

The Enabling Services - Finance, Advisory, Performance and Procurement Branch is seeking a Procurement Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. In this varied role, you will support a broad range of procurement activities, providing advice and governance to ensure compliance with NSW Government procurement policies, legislative requirements, and best practice procurement principles. You will have the opportunity to work across the Department's diverse portfolio, supporting the procurement of goods and services that underpin critical functions including agriculture, biosecurity, fisheries, regional development, research, and corporate services.

You will:

• Respond to procurement queries via email and Microsoft Teams.
• Ensure tender documentation is accurate in collaboration with buyers.
• Manage tender publications, openings, and updates on buy.nsw.
• Maintain low-value procurement records in our Source to Contract System.
• Provide administrative support to the procurement team.
• Ensure compliance with procurement legislation and policies.
• Liaise with key government bodies to support policy development.
• Deliver strategic procurement support across all process areas.
• Assist in developing and maintaining procurement procedures.
• Work on initiatives to support improved efficiency and the customer experience.

About You

You are a proactive procurement professional with a strong understanding of procurement frameworks and a commitment to delivering value-for-money outcomes. You enjoy building relationships with diverse stakeholders and can effectively partner with teams across a geographically dispersed organisation. With strong attention to detail and sound judgement, you can balance compliance requirements with practical business needs, manage competing priorities, and support a wide range of procurement activities.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• An understanding of NSW Government procurement legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with the Plan, Source and Manage process.
• Experience working in a complex procurement environment with a focus on compliance and governance.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to respond clearly and promptly to procurement queries.
• Confidence using electronic procurement systems (e.g., buy.nsw, Source to Contract Systems, ERP systems).
• Experience in tender management, including documentation of requirements, publishing, and evaluation processes.
• The ability to build and manage effective relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills to support team operations and procurement reporting.

Applications close: Sunday 1st November at 11:55pm AEDT.

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages. The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer. We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact any employer representative for a confidential discussion.

About us – together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies. Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.