• Full-time and Ongoing
• The role is based in the North Coast Region – Offices are Lismore, Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie
• Our employees work principally in the workplace
• Clerk Grade 5/6, Salary from $97,027 to $107,059 plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

About the role

NSW Public Works has an opportunity for a Procurement Officer to join the North Coast Team.  Offices are in Lismore, Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie.  Please nominate your preferred location on your application.

The Procurement Officer is a member of the Construction Procurement and Social Benefits Team which provides construction procurement advice and services to clients, including unaccredited Agencies.  The role will provide procurement expertise and assist stakeholders to plan, source and manage procurement arrangement in line with NSW Government Policy and NSW Public Works procedures to effectively meet organisational and business objectives.

Act as the Champion for NSW Public Works in reviewing Contracts to ensure accuracy and alignment with NSW Government policy and financial and standardisation processes.

Provide reports, analyses and advise on a regular basis to support procurement decision making.

The role provides an exciting change to drive procurement compliance across NSW Public Works through the promotion and education of the NSW Government policy.

NSW Public Works is a highly professional and award-winning project management organisation with flexible working arrangements.  We support diversity in our workplace and facilitate the professional development of our people.

About you

To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Demonstrated experience in procurement and contracts environment, including relevant qualifications or equivalent with an understanding of financial systems.
• Demonstrated experience with an understanding of HP Content Manager (or similar) records management systems.
• Understanding and application of the principles of responsible financial management in procurement with an understanding of, and commitment to, procurement rules in line with NSW Government guidelines, with special emphasis on probity.
• A demonstrated ability to build, maintain and use relationships with clients, staff and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to create effective procurement spend, compliance and savings reports, as well as written reports.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and problem solving.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, prioritise and complete required tasks to meet strict deadlines.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and willingness to drive and work in regional locations which may include overnight stays.

If you have the capability to achieve success in this role and are interested in creating a more prosperous NSW, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.  There’s nothing abstract about what we do. Just look around. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and now in the new Bradfield city which is under construction.  Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future. In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities. We do this by developing solutions that show creativity and grassroots ingenuity, providing impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partnering with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience.

In NSW PW offices all over the state, you’ll find local expertise for local issues. We uncover the best talent, scrutinise cost and risk, and bridge the gap between private sector and government. By managing these nuances, projects we work on don’t just get done, they become benchmarks others aspire to.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Andrew Cruckshank, Director, Construction Procurement and Social Benefits at andrew.cruckshank@pwa.nsw.gov.au or on 02 4925 7618

Closing Date: Monday 21 April 2025 at 11:55pm.

Additional Information

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. The successful applicant in this role will be required to undergo reference checks, National Police Check and Bankruptcy Check.  

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 above 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.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

As part of our team, you will be able to: 

• Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy. 

• Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team. 

• Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, you will be able to find the balance that works for you. 

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.