This organisation plays an important role in supporting local communities, infrastructure and economic development while progressing the transition towards cleaner energy solutions.
About The Role
The organisation is seeking a Procurement Officer to strengthen Aboriginal supplier participation, support reconciliation initiatives and create commercial opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses through strong stakeholder relationships.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are passionate about supporting Aboriginal businesses, strengthening community partnerships and driving meaningful reconciliation outcomes.
Location: Bentley – Perth, WA
Requirements:
- Ability and willingness to Undergo Police Check.
- Selection Criteria Response.
- Current WA Class C or C-A driver's licence.
- Willingness to travel to regional WA.
- Flexibility to work reasonable additional hours.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Aboriginal procurement policies, strategies and RAP commitments.
- Coordinate procurement initiatives and monitor key deliverables.
- Work with procurement teams to increase Aboriginal supplier participation.
- Build relationships with Aboriginal businesses, suppliers and stakeholders.
- Assist Aboriginal businesses with procurement processes and opportunities.
- Promote procurement opportunities to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander suppliers.
- Maintain procurement records, databases and reporting systems.
- Track procurement targets, spending and RAP achievements.
- Identify ways to improve procurement practices and remove supplier barriers.
- Support reconciliation activities, cultural awareness training and community events.
- Collaborate with internal teams, Aboriginal business networks and government stakeholders.
- Experience in Aboriginal affairs, community engagement or project coordination.
- Experience engaging with Aboriginal organisations, businesses and government stakeholders.
- Knowledge of procurement processes, including RFQs, tenders and contract administration.
- Understanding of corporate or government procurement frameworks.
- Knowledge of RAPs, reconciliation initiatives and Aboriginal procurement strategies.
- Robust cultural awareness and understanding of Aboriginal protocols in WA.
- Experience coordinating projects, tracking deliverables and preparing reports.
- Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Project and Teams.
- Relevant qualifications in business, procurement or commercial contracting are desirable; equivalent experience will be considered.
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