Position Description
AGENCY: Suburban Land Agency POSITION NUMBER: TBC
POSITION TITLE: Procurement Officer
GROUP: Place Delivery Group
What we do
The Suburban Land Agency (SLA) is the ACT Government's land developer, shaping Canberra's future through suburban development and urban renewal.
We are committed to creating great places where communities thrive. We build people‐focused residential estates and urban renewal projects for the people of Canberra.
Through smart, sustainable development, our goal is to strike a balance between social, economic and environmental benefits for all Canberrans.
The objectives of SLA are set out in s38 of the City Renewal Authority and Suburban Land Agency Act **** (the Act) and include:
the encouragement and promotion of inclusive communities through the delivery of people‐focused neighbourhoods;
the encouragement and promotion of suburban development that supports affordable living, a safe and healthy population, social inclusion, housing choice, environmental sustainability, urban renewal, growth and diversification of the Territory economy and social and environmental sustainability;
operational effectiveness, delivering value for money using sound risk practices.
What Makes SLA Different?
What sets SLA apart is its purpose‐driven approach. Revenue from our projects is reinvested by the ACT Government into public services, infrastructure and future growth. Every land sale contributes to building a stronger, more connected city.
We also have the advantage of working closely with a wide range of agencies and teams. This collaboration allows us to share knowledge and resources, align priorities and move forward with a shared vision. Our work is informed by collective insight and delivered with community impact at its core.
Over and above this, being part of the ACT Government brings additional benefits, including flexible work arrangements and a strong focus on work‐life balance.
Group Overview
The Place Delivery Group is responsible for the end‐to‐end delivery of master‐planned communities and strategic urban development projects across the ACT. Some of the key responsibilities include:
delivering to the Government's Indicative Land Release Program, including affordable, community and public housing targets and delivering significant financial returns through dividends to the Territory.
undertaking feasibility analysis to inform Government investment decisions on major infrastructure, civil works, estate development, commercial ventures and built‐form outcomes;
partnering with industry on complex commercial arrangements and ventures;
facilitating the provision of critical Government and non‐Government facilities and major trunk infrastructure.
undertaking due diligence and planning activities to inform concept and detailed design;
preparing concept and detailed designs using a people‐centric approach that demonstrates sustainable, integrated developments that attract and promote thriving communities;
preparing masterplans, statutory planning proposals and securing statutory approvals;
developing outcomes‐based, complex land release structures and contractual arrangements and overseeing their administration from inception through to post‐sale;
Deliver on a range of infrastructure projects including residential subdivision,



enabling infrastructure, public realm improvements, active travel ways including Bridges and built‐form projects.
With a strong focus on innovation and creating long‐term value, we make sure our projects reflect government priorities and deliver real, lasting benefits for the people who live here.
The Place Delivery Group is made up of the following functions (Does this need to be updated to reflect the new branches)
Urban Development, including urban estates and urban releases
Commercial Ventures, including Ginninderry Joint Venture and Built Form
Greenfield Development, including Molonglo and Gungahlin suburbs and Town Centres
Infrastructure Services, including civil and landscaping
Molonglo Town Centre Program
Executive Branch Manager
Together we deliver: Sustainable urban and greenfields environments that bring people and businesses together, and help our community and natural environments thrive. We achieve this by working collaboratively across the SLA and prioritising the sharing of information and resources that enable us to deliver on our shared strategy.
Find out more about our teams here.
Your Duties and Responsibilities
The Procurement Officer, Commercial Strategy will provide support and manage several procurements, for a land development project. This role reports directly to the Senior Director.
Key duties:
Supporting procurement processes, including coordination of documentation, approvals, meetings timelines, and stakeholder inputs
Preparing, managing, and monitoring consultant briefs, contracts, and project budgets
Drafting reports, briefing notes, correspondence, and operational planning documents
Maintaining accurate project records and ensuring compliance with record‐keeping standards
Other duties as required
Expertise required is:
Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire an understanding of, ACT Government procurement administrative processes and reporting protocols of the SLA.
Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to prepare presentations, draft correspondence, briefs and document procedures.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work collaboratively and contribute positively to teams, and the ability to build effective professional stakeholder relationships and to engage effectively with stakeholders.
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify risk and escalates as appropriate.
Behavioural Capabilities
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience working collaboratively within teams, contributing positively to team outcomes, and engaging stakeholders to gather input, resolve issues, and support project delivery.
Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing. Experience in preparing high-quality correspondence, reports, briefing notes,



and presentations tailored to different audiences.
Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to ensure accuracy and quality in all work. Proven capacity to identify potential risks, monitor issues, and escalates matters appropriately to support sound decision‐making and compliance.
Skilled/Technical Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire, ACT Government procurement processes and administrative requirements. Experience supporting procurement activities, including coordinating documentation, approvals, timelines, and stakeholder inputs.
Demonstrated ability to support project delivery through the preparation, management, and monitoring of consultant briefs, contracts, and project budgets. Ability to track progress against timelines and ensure deliverables meet agreed requirements.
Experience maintaining accurate and comprehensive project records in line with organisational policies and record‐keeping standards. Understanding of compliance requirements, including reporting protocols such as Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and the ability to ensure documentation meets required standards.
Highly desirable
Experience with ACT Government procurement processes
Work Environment Description
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustment and ensuring all individuals have equal opportunities in the workplace. Below is an indication of the frequency of fundamental requirements of the position:
Administrative Frequency
Telephone use: Frequently
General computer use: Frequently
Extensive keying/data entry: Frequently
Graphical/analytical based: Frequently
Sitting at a desk: Frequently
Standing for long periods: Occasionally
Designated workstation: Never
Standard hours (access to flex time): Never
Fixed or specified start/finish times: Occasionally
Expected to work extensive hours over a significant period due to the nature of the duties: Never
Access to Accrued Days Off (ADOs): Never
Peaks and troughs: Occasionally
Frequent paid overtime: Never
Rostered shift work: Never
Work with others towards shared goals
Work with others towards shared goals in a team environment: Frequently
Work in isolation from other staff (remote supervision): Never
Working in a call centre environment: Never
Working directly with the public: Never
Physical Demands
Physical demands: Frequent
Lifting 0–5kg: Occasionally
Lifting 5–10kg: Occasionally
Lifting 10kg+: Never
Climbing: Never
Reaching: Never
Bending/squatting: Never
Push/pull: Never
Sequential repetitive movements in a short amount of time: Occasionally
Travel: Frequent
Frequent travel – multiple work sites: Never
Frequent travel – driving: Never
Frequent travel – interstate: Occasionally
Specific hazards: Frequent
Working at heights: Never
Exposure to extreme temperatures: Never
Operation of heavy machinery (e.g. forklift): Never
Confined spaces: Never
Excessive noise: Never
Low lighting: Never
Handling of dangerous goods/equipment: Never
Working with asbestos: Never
Potential to encounter agitated customers: Occasionally
Exposure to potentially distressing case material: Never
Other: Frequent
Uniform required: Never
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required: Occasionally
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