Job Details
- Directorate & Team: Procurement
- Salary Range: $129,464.00 – $142,665.00
- Total Remuneration Package: includes base salary, employer superannuation contribution and annual leave loading
- Job Type: Employee
- Work Type: Temporary - Regular (Fixed Term)
- Working Hours: 35 per week
- Contract Length: 4 years
Role Overview
Reporting to the Head of Sourcing and Procurement, you will provide expert legal, commercial and procurement advice across a diverse portfolio of projects and operational activities. Your work will support complex procurement processes, negotiate and manage commercial agreements, advise on contractual risk and compliance matters, and contribute to governance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Deliver practical and commercially focused legal solutions that support strategic and operational outcomes.
- Support procurement processes and manage commercial agreements.
- Advise on contractual risk, compliance matters and NSW Government procurement frameworks.
- Contribute to governance and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Qualifications
- Hold a tertiary qualification in Law.
- Substantial experience in commercial contracts, procurement, contract management or a related field.
- Knowledge of NSW Government procurement frameworks and experience supporting major projects, infrastructure or technology procurements.
- Ability to navigate complex procurement environments and deliver strategic solutions.
About the Organization
Powerhouse Museum is located at the intersection of arts, design, science, and technology, and plays a critical role in engaging communities with contemporary ideas and issues. It is the custodian of more than half a million objects of national and international significance and is considered one of Australia's finest and most diverse collections.
We are undertaking a landmark $1.3billion infrastructure renewal programme, which includes the creation of Powerhouse Parramatta, the expansion of Powerhouse Castle Hill, the heritage revitalisation of Powerhouse Ultimo, and the ongoing operation of Sydney Observatory.
Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBT+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
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