Job Description

Your current company Hays Recruitment are partnering with a Queensland Government department to recruit an AO5 Procurement Officer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative regional team supporting the delivery of key infrastructure and investment programs across the region.

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Your new role As the AO5 Procurement Officer, you will provide procurement advice and deliver end-to-end procurement and contract administration activities in line with departmental policies and governance frameworks.

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In this role, you will:

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- Coordinate and monitor the provision of timely, accurate, and relevant procurement advice in accordance with departmental procurement policies and governance frameworks.
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- Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including procurement planning, documentation, evaluation processes, supplier negotiations, contract preparation, and establishment of supply arrangements.
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- Provide skilled advice and support to internal clients regarding procurement processes and requirements
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- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to share knowledge, improve business processes, and drive procurement best practice
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- Support successful business outcomes through effective resource utilisation, performance monitoring, analysis, and reporting
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- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
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- Provide contract administration support, including contract establishment, management of variations, and processing of progress payments across infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects
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- Ensure the timely creation and processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices through departmental systems
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- Deliver financial administration services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable,



and monthly reconciliations
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- Utilise a range of systems and software packages, including SAP, 3PCM, and Microsoft Excel, to support procurement and financial management functions
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- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support broader team objectives as required
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What you'll need to succeed

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To be successful in this role, you will bring demonstrated experience in procurement, contract administration, and stakeholder engagement, along with the ability to operate effectively within governance and compliance frameworks.

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To be successful, you will have:

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- Demonstrated experience in procurement and contract administration
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- Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures, and governance requirements
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- Experience delivering end-to-end procurement activities and providing stakeholder advice
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- Sound financial administration skills, including accounts payable and receivable
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- Experience using procurement and financial systems, ideally SAP and Microsoft Excel
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- Strong communication, organisational, and relationship management skills
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- A proactive approach with a focus on accountability, compliance, and customer service
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What you'll get in return

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In return, you will secure an opportunity to work within a respected Queensland Government organisation, contributing to the delivery of significant regional infrastructure and investment programs.

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You will benefit from:

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- Valuable experience within a large and diverse government environment
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- Exposure to complex procurement and contract management activities
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- A supportive and collaborative team culture
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- The opportunity to further develop your procurement and stakeholder management expertise
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- The chance to contribute to projects that deliver meaningful outcomes for Queensland communities
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📌 Procurement Officer (Mackay)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Mackay