Procurement and Administration Coordinator
Adelaide, SA, Australia
Job Description
We currently have an opportunity for a permanent part time Procurement & Administration Coordinator to join our Health and Education team, supporting the Royal Adelaide Hospital PPP contract.
In this role, you'll play a key part in enabling the successful delivery of lifecycle, capital and operational projects through procurement coordination, supplier onboarding, contract administration and governance support. Reporting to Project Manager you'll help deliver compliant procurement outcomes that support one of Australia's most significant healthcare facilities.
What You'll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:
- Coordinate procurement activities across lifecycle and operational projects.
- Manage supplier onboarding, compliance documentation and procurement governance through Felix or equivalent systems.
- Support purchase order processing, goods receipting, invoice management and financial administration activities.
- Prepare procurement reporting, maintain governance records and support CAPEX and lifecycle program administration.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and contractors to support project delivery and compliance requirements.
What You'll Bring
- Experience in procurement administration, purchasing, contract administration or supplier coordination within a complex environment.
- Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management and purchase-to-pay workflows.
- Experience using procurement and supplier management systems, including Felix or similar platforms.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills across operational, technical and executive teams.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance, governance and quality standards.
- Strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer?
At Downer, we plan, create, and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships, we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.
What It Means to Belong at Downer
We're proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:
- Training and development to support and diversify your career.
- With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career.
- Health care discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
- Professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
Job Info
- Job Identification 734958
- Job Category Commercial Contracts and Procurement
Procurement and Administration Coordinator in Adelaide employer: Downer
At Downer, we pride ourselves on fostering a high-performance culture that values diversity and inclusion, making it an exceptional place to work as a Delivery Service Supervisor. With ample opportunities for career advancement, comprehensive training programs, and a supportive work environment, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the Sydney inner city area. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our perks, including healthcare discounts and an Employee Assistance Program, ensuring you and your family are supported both personally and professionally.
