Job opportunity

Come join the team at the new Department of Housing and Works.

The Department of Housing and Works delivers and maintains essential social housing and critical infrastructure across Western Australia—including schools, hospitals and police facilities.

We manage tenancy services, support housing provision in remote Aboriginal communities, and oversee government employee accommodation.

Through office accommodation solutions, State Fleet management, procurement, planning and asset policy, we empower other government agencies to deliver their best.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.

We are committed to ensuring our hiring processes are inclusive. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person, a young person or a person with a disability seeking support with your application, please reach out to Jobs and Skills WA by calling 13 64 64.

If you are a person living with disability and require adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Brendan Brett on (08) 6551 1389 or via email at brendan.brett@dohw.wa.gov.au. You can also reach us through the National Relay Service.

When you join us, you can enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• flexible work options, including working from home up to 2 days per week
• professional development, training, and on-the-job learning to advance your career
• generous leave entitlements, which include 4 weeks annual leave, 3 public service holidays each year, accrued long service leave every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year. Access to cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• modern workspaces, where you choose your workspace that assists you to do your best work
• access to activity-based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup for ad hoc flexible work
• corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers and access to wellness programs
• Opportunity to contribute to diversity, inclusion, and cultural initiatives across the department, including networks and working groups that promote equity and belonging.

About The Role:

Senior Procurement Officer (Level 5)

Currently there is four (4) permanent full-time or part-time positions available for filling within the following teams:

• Three (3) positions in the HealthCustomer Team
• One (1) position in the Education & Training Customer Team

The Senior Procurement Officer provides professional procurement advice to clients and develops and/or manages medium and low risk whole of government or departmental contracts. This involves developing business cases, procurement plans, tender and evaluation documents, and contract management plans.The position will provide support and advice for all types of contracts; consult with government agencies, industry and the community, and maintain positive and effective stakeholder relationships. This position also works closely with internal and external stakeholders to promote compliance with the Department’s standards, processes and procedures.

Procurement Manager (Level 6)

Currently there is four (4) permanent full-time or part-time and one (1) full-time or part-time, fixed-term appointment for 12 months available for filling, within the following teams:

• Two (2) positions in the Health Customer Team
• One (1) position in the Education & Training Customer Team
• One (1) permanent and one (1) temporary position (in the Strategic Procurement Services (SPS) Team

The Procurement Manager roles provide professional procurement advice to clients, and develop and/or manage, significant and medium-risk whole of government or departmental contracts. This involves developing business cases and procurement plans, tender documents and evaluation reports, and contract management plans.

The positions will provide expert support and advice for all types of procurement; consult with government agencies, industry, and the community, and maintains positive and effective stakeholder relationships. This position also works closely with internal and external stakeholders to promote compliance with the Department’s standards, processes, and procedures

About You:

We are seeking motivated procurement professionals with demonstrated experience in delivering complex procurement and contract management outcomes in a public sector or regulated environment.

You will possess strong communication skills, with an ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders and tailor advice to a range of audiences. You will bring well developed analytical, time management and problem-solving capabilities, sound judgement, and a high level of attention to detail.

You will have proven experience in procurement planning, sourcing, evaluation, and contract development, supported by a solid understanding of the WA Procurement Rules.

We seek someone who shares our vision and values and has the energy and drive to see that goals are achieved, with an ability to realign priorities when required. The ideal candidate will also have a sound knowledge of the Microsoft suite.       

These positions operate in the Personal Leadership context. This means that you are required to demonstrate personal accountability for delivering excellence and support your team and agency in delivering strategic goals. You will be expected to build and nurture relationships and be willing to seek feedback and learn.  

How to Apply:

If you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS Word or PDF format only:

1. A comprehensive CV of no more than four (4) pages that shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the contact details of two referees (with one being your current or most recent supervisor).

2. Cover letter of one (1) page

• Outlining how you meet the Essential Requirements of the role as detailed in the Job Description Form (JDF)
• Demonstrate Leadership Behaviours.
• Specifies in the introduction whether you are applying for the Senior Procurement Officer (Level 5) or Procurement Manager (Level 6)

Important Application Guidance:

Applicants may apply for both Level 5 and Level 6 roles. However, you must:

• Submit two separate cover letters (one tailored to each role), and
• Upload all required documentation within a single application (i.e. do not submit multiple applications).

Please ensure you apply before the closing deadline as we won’t accept late and incomplete applications.

Further Job-Related Information:

Please contact Brendan Brett on (08) 6551 1389 for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).

To assist you in preparing your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack, Job Description Form, and Leadership Behaviours. Additionally, the WA Jobs and Workforce Hub provides information on working in Western Australia. This includes guidance on applying for government sector jobs, industry insights, application tips, relocation resources, training opportunities, and apprenticeships.

If you are unable to view or download these documents, please contact us by calling (08) 6557 8111 (select option 1) or email recruitment@dohw.wa.gov.au, quoting the reference number VCID03365 for support.

Currently there is nine (9) permanent full-time or part-time position and one (1) full-time or part-time, fixed-term appointment for 12 months available for filling. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to this advertised vacancy, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twelve (12) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.