Senior Procurement Advisor at myCareer - NSW Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Sep, 26

Salary

129464.0

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

End-to-end Procurement, Contract Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Procurement Governance, Risk Management, Commercial Acumen, Probity Compliance, Capability Uplift

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Senior Procurement Advisor Contribute to shaping procurement decisions that make a real impact across a diverse and evolving regulatory environment Clerk Grade 9/10, commencing salary $129,464 plus super Temporary, 12 – 24 month contracts available, based in Parramatta About us SafeWork NSW is the state's workplace health and safety regulator. Our mission is to reduce work-related fatalities, injuries and illnesses by ensuring workplaces comply with health and safety laws. We achieve this through a mix of responsive and proactive programs targeting high-risk areas across all industries, aligned with our strategic plan and regulatory priorities. About the role: As a Senior Procurement Advisor, you will operate as a trusted expert, partnering across the organisation to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes. You will provide strategic advice across the procurement life cycle, supporting stakeholders to navigate procurement processes, make informed decisions, and achieve value-for-money outcomes. These temporary positions will work across a diverse portfolio, leading procurement activities from planning through to contract establishment, while strengthening governance and uplifting capability across the organisation. You will play a key role in balancing organisational priorities, policy requirements and commercial decisions. You will be responsible for, but not limited to; Lead end-to-end procurement activities, with a strong focus on strategy, governance and advisory Provide practical and considered advice on procurement and contract management practices Plan and lead sourcing activities and negotiations to achieve value-for-money outcomes Work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to support delivery of business objectives Strengthen procurement governance, compliance and best practice Identify and manage procurement risks while enabling effective decision-making Maintain clear documentation and audit trails to support probity requirements Contribute to uplifting procurement capability through coaching, guidance and support To learn more about the role, please click here to download the role description. If viewing on LinkedIn please click 'apply now' and access the link through our portal. About You: Our ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate; Proven ability to deliver end-to-end procurement outcomes in complex or regulated environments Experience providing strategic procurement and contract management advice Strong negotiation and commercial skills, with the ability to guide outcomes effectively Well-developed stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trust and influence The ability to balance competing priorities and navigate differing perspectives A strong understanding of procurement governance, policy and risk management A proactive and collaborative approach, with a focus on continuous improvement and capability uplift How to apply: Click ‘Apply Online’ to access our application portal and submit your application. Your application should include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) and resume (no more than 5 pages) outlining your capabilities and experience relevant to the role. Application closing date: Thursday 18th June 2026 (9:59AM) For enquiries relating to the recruitment process, please contact Tayla Gibbs at Tayla.Gibbs@safework.nsw.gov.au. Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here. We want you to bring your best self to this application process. 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) please contact Tayla Gibbs at Tayla.Gibbs@safework.nsw.gov.au. For more information, please visit Information on some of the different types of disabilities Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process A talent pool may be created to fill future ongoing and temporary opportunities for a period of up to 18 months.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end procurement activities and provide strategic advice across the procurement life cycle to achieve value-for-money outcomes. Strengthen organizational governance, manage procurement risks, and uplift internal capability through coaching and guidance.