Occupation: Accounting, finance and procurement

Reference: 2300

Lead strategic procurement activities that help ensure Victoria's emergency management resources, assets and services are ready when they are needed most.

Are you an experienced procurement skilled who enjoys managing complex sourcing activities, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering value-for-money outcomes that make a real difference?

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialistto deliver end-to-end procurement services that support Bushfire and Forest Services operations across Victoria.

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will provide expert procurement advice, manage multiple concurrent sourcing activities and help strengthen procurement governance and capability across the organisation. You will be contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement performance and service delivery. This position has no direct reports.

- Tertiary qualification in procurement, commerce, business, law, contract management or a related discipline (desirable).
- Professional accreditation in procurement and/or contract management (e.g., CIPS or equivalent) (desirable).
- Significant demonstrated experience and a successful track record delivering end-to-end procurements in a complex environment, including successfully applying Victorian Government procurement policies and processes.
- Proven high level written and verbal communication capabilities
- Forklift license may be required




- A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within Victoria arerequired

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Altona North, with hybrid work arrangements available.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in thePosition Description , including the mandatory requirements.

Applications close 11.59pm on Thursday, 24 September 2026.

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Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected] .

We support versatile working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us .

Applications close Thursday 24 September 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 Senior Procurement Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne