Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action VIC – Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC
Help keep critical operations moving through reliable purchasing, payments and operational support.
Are you a highly organised and customer-focused professional who enjoys working with financial processes, solving problems and supporting business operations?
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action is seeking a
Purchasing and Accounts Payable Officer
to support purchasing, accounts payable and operational administration activities within the Commercial, Logistics and Resources Branch.
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, purpose-driven team that plays a critical role in supporting Forest Fire Management Victoria and broader emergency management operations across Victoria. Your work will help ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time, purchasing processes run efficiently, and critical assets and resources remain ready to support operational requirements.
About the role
As the Purchasing and Accounts Payable Officer, you will undertake a range of purchasing, invoice processing and financial administration activities to support branch operations.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and operational teams, you will:
Raise purchase orders and process supplier invoices
Manage invoice matching, reconciliations and issue resolution
Respond to supplier and customer enquiries regarding payments and purchasing activities
Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for compliance and audit purposes
Support fleet administration activities including fuel cards and asset movements
Assist with inventory ordering and stock control activities
Contribute to reporting, month-end processes and continuous improvement initiatives
Support emergency management operations when required
What you'll bring




We are looking for someone who enjoys working with detail, takes pride in delivering quality outcomes and can build positive working relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
You will bring:
Experience in purchasing, accounts payable or financial administration
Confidence using financial systems, ideally Oracle or similar enterprise platforms
Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records
Sound problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A customer-focused approach and excellent communication skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
A commitment to continuous improvement and quality service delivery
A current driver's licence and willingness to travel within Victoria when required
Forklift license may be required
You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, integrity, safety and continuous improvement.
DEECA offers
meaningful work supporting Victoria's emergency management capability
opportunities to develop skills across purchasing, finance, fleet and inventory operations
a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
hybrid working arrangements where operational requirements allow
the prospect to contribute to services that support communities and public land management across Victoria.
About DEECA
DEECA works to create liveable, inclusive and sustainable communities, environments and industries across Victoria. We value responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability,



respect, leadership and human rights.
We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace where people are supported to contribute, collaborate and do meaningful work.
Interested?
For further information, please contact
Andrew Loader, Director Commercial, Logistics and Resources
on
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.
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Kyle Road, Altona North with hybrid work arrangements available.
Applications close
*****pm on Wednesday, 30 September ****.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information
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 ******.
We support flexible 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.
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📌 Purchasing And Accounts Payable Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
📍 Melbourne