Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Champion sustainable and ethical procurement practices in a large-scale agency
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Office location – Parramatta preferred with other NSW locations considered upon application
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129,464.00 to $142,665 plus super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Senior Procurement Officer plays an important role in supporting our teams to deliver effective and compliant procurement outcomes that contribute to community-focused projects across NSW. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders to plan, source and manage procurement activities that meet business needs and deliver value for money. You’ll provide practical advice on procurement policy, processes and risk, and support teams through the full procurement lifecycle.

This is a great opportunity for a capable procurement professional to help build capability within the organisation by sharing knowledge, improving procurement practices, and supporting a consistent, ethical and sustainable approach across the department.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Procurement Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations.
• Capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholders throughout the process, fostering collaboration and buy-in.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Solid time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Expertise in procurement practices and legislation, enabling sound decision-making in complex and dynamic environments.
• Ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance and maximizing business opportunities

Key knowledge and experience

• Extensive experience and expertise in end-to-end procurement processes, including governance, strategy development, and risk management

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday,19 August 2025 at 11:55pm. Should you require further information about the role please contact Tanya Davies, Procurement Business Partner on tanya.davies@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.