Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 31 AUGUST 2026

Fleet, Procurement and Facilities provide department-wide level of support within the fields of Fleet, Procurement, GROH Housing and the management of the Kensington Facilities.

We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Procurement Officer to join our team.

Reporting to the Principal Procurement Officer, this position:

- Develops contracts for low to medium-value, low to medium-risk requirements and may be involved with high-value, high-risk procurement activities under supervision, or in a supporting role. This role provides advice to various stakeholders on procurement policy, procurement planning, contract formation and/or contract management activities.
- Develops procurement and contract management plans, risk reports, routine contract documentation and evaluation reports as well as assisting with other contract development and contract management requirements.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following six (6) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.

- Demonstrated experience in contract development and/or management of medium complexity contracts OR relevant project management experience.
- Demonstrated effective written communication skills, with the ability to prepare procurement and technical documents and the ability to communicate procurement issues to stakeholders.




- Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to liaise and consult effectively with all levels of stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively to achieve common goals, best practice, and contribute to continuous business improvement and innovation.
- Demonstrated research, analytical and problem-solving skills, including initiative.
- Sound organisational skills with the ability to manage diverse workload and mitigate risks to achieve quality outcomes that address individual customer/business requirements.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.

Benefits of working with us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

- Adaptable working arrangements.
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
- A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family,



including psychology and counselling services.
- An annual National Park Entry Pass.
- Well-established learning and development programs.
- Free staff parking.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:

- A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

Eligibility

It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status or a valid working visa to be appointed to this role.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

For further job-related information

contact Carly Anderson on *** or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people withdisabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on or ***********@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contactJobs and Skills WAon .

Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.

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