Building the infrastructure that shapes Western Australia’s future.

The Office of Major Infrastructure Delivery (OMID) is responsible for planning, procurement, financing, and delivery of the State’s major infrastructure. As the lead agency for social and non-residential infrastructure, OMID delivers high value (exceeding $100 million), highly complex or high-risk projects across the health, justice, cultural, sporting, emergency services, and primary industry sectors.

It brings together the best of program and project management, procurement, contract management, finance, commercial, stakeholder engagement, communications, sustainability, and governance to ensure Western Australia’s infrastructure is built safely, sustainably and with maximum public benefit.

OMID delivers projects that make a real difference to every Western Australian with new hospitals, sports, culture and entertainment centres, transport upgrades and training, justice and research facilities.

OMID is a part of the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI), which is responsible for coordinating the State’s transport operations, leading strategic planning and policy development, and delivering safe and sustainable transport services as part of the wider Transport Portfolio.

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in the procurement of major infrastructure projects that will shape Western Australia's future. As the Assistant Director Procurement and Contracts, you will lead complex and strategic procurement activities across a portfolio of high-value, high-profile projects, providing expert commercial and procurement advice that supports critical investment decisions. Working closely with senior leaders, project teams and industry partners, you will drive innovative procurement strategies, oversee major market engagement activities, and help navigate complex commercial, contractual and supply chain challenges. Leading a high-performing team of procurement professionals, you will influence project outcomes, foster strong stakeholder relationships, and contribute to the delivery of infrastructure that creates lasting social and economic benefits for communities across Western Australia

There is currently one (1) fixed term position available commencing January 2027 until 30 June 2029, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of employment (fixed term or permanent) in this or similar roles for a period of twelve (12) months from date of first appointment.

For further information about the role,



we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Brendan Achard, Director Procurement and Contracts via **************@omid.wa.gov.au.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a strategic and collaborative procurement professional with strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and advisory capabilities. You will be able to provide practical, risk-informed procurement and contract management advice, influence and build credibility with diverse stakeholders, adapt to changing priorities, and anticipate emerging challenges and opportunities to support organisational success.

The panel will be assessing applicants against the following suitability requirements:

- Extensive experience in leading and managing procurement processes, including tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier performance evaluation.
- Robust analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to continuously review and improve procurement services, systems, and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Highly developed written communication skills, with demonstrated experience preparing high-level reports, Ministerial responses, briefing notes and other complex correspondence.
- Highly developed stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and represent the organisation in forums, working groups and committees.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and manage teams, and to provide strategic advice to senior staff on procurement and contractual issues.
- Alignment to DTMI’s values: Collaboration, Wellbeing, Adaptability and Accountability.

We believe everyone at DTMI is a leader, contributing to our impactful work for the sector and community. We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this Leading Others.

Our Offer

- A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
- Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
- Salary packaging options to lease a new car.
- Discounted gym memberships and health facilities.
- Employee assistance program with a range of services and support channels




- CBD office location close to public transport.
- Work on exciting and challenging projects that shape WA’s future infrastructure.
- Long term career development opportunities.

In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.

Applying is easy

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:

1. A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experiences you have gained in relation to the JDF and selection criteria; and
2. A maximum two (2) page written application addressing the below Selection Criteria as stated on the Job Description Form (JDF):

- EC2 - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to continuously review and improve procurement services, systems, and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- EC4 - Highly developed stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and represent the organisation in forums, working groups and committees.

Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor.

Applications for this opportunity close at 4pm on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted.

DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.

Interviews will be scheduled for the week commencing 16 November 2026.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance and must have valid working rights in Australia before commencing employment.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at ***********@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6***.

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