Ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Temporary until June 2026
• 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 $99,938.00 + 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 – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation 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.

This is an internal EOI opportunity, open to DPIRD and LLS staff only.

About the Role

Enabling Services – Finance, Advisory, Performance and Procurement branch is seeking a Procurement Officer to join them on a temporary basis. You will play a key role in supporting the department’s procurement functions and ensuring compliance with NSW Government procurement policies, guidelines, and legislative requirements. This role provides technical advice, governance, and administrative support for a wide range of procurement activities including electronic procurement, tendering, and contract management.

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 CAPS.
• 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.

About You

You are a motivated and detail-oriented procurement professional who is passionate about driving value through compliant and effective procurement practices. You possess a strong understanding of government procurement frameworks and have experience providing both strategic and operational procurement support.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A thorough understanding of NSW Government procurement legislation, policies, and procedures.
• 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, CAPS, ERP systems).
• Experience in tender management, including documentation, publishing, and evaluation processes.
• The ability to build and manage effective relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
• A solid grasp of probity, contract execution requirements, and GIPA considerations.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills to support team operations and procurement reporting.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Graeme Carden via graeme.carden@dpird.nsw.gov.au or 0427 679 798.

Applications close: Tuesday 9^th September 2025 at 11:55pm AEST

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

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.

This is an internal EOI opportunity. To be considered for an ongoing appointment applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalent or higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Clerk Grade 5/6) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively, if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment, you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.