The Department of Transport brings together all transport modes to design, plan, build and operate Victoria's transport system. Our job is to further integrate the transport network and improve the delivery of services to Victorians for simpler, quicker and safer journeys that connect people and places and support Victoria's prosperity and liveability. We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to become part of the Department that delivers more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

Procurement Support Officer

• Annual Salary Range: VPS3 $72,751 – $88,336 per annum excluding superannuation
• Tenure: Ongoing
• Employment Type:  Full Time
• Usual Work Location: Melbourne CBD 

About the Opportunity

The Procurement Support Officer is part of the Procurement branch and provides support to the DoT Procurement team by effectively managing and assisting the team with its day to day procurement and administration functions. The role is responsible for updating and maintaining the contract management system producing reports, undertaking research and other administrative tasks as required.  The position also provides specialist procurement support and contributes to managing Request for Tender and Expression of Interest processes.

 About You

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following key skills:

• The coordination and preparation of contract documentation and administration processes associated with Request for Quote/Tenders
• The preparation of procurement correspondence, including approval documentation for a range of procurement activities.
• The preparation and review of briefings, correspondence, detailed reports and submissions, and ensure the timely progress of submissions through varied government processes.
• Excellent customer service skills, with an ability to investigate and resolve stakeholder enquiries.
• Ensure effective and efficient administration processes and exercise professional judgement on the rules and policies that will support the coordination of sensitive and confidential tasks.

Mandatory

• Accurate typing skills, including advanced experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database management.
• Proven document management skills and proven capacity to coordinate tasks, determine priorities, monitor workflows and effectively operate as a member of a team in a pressured environment.

More information is available in the Position Description.

How to Apply

Applications should include a resume and a covering letter briefly addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the position description. 

Applications close 11.59pm on 7 July 2022.

For any queries regarding this opportunity, please contact  David Stambolziev, Manager Process, Systems and Tools via email at david.stambolziev@transport.vic.gov.au

 Please note: This position requires the successful employee to provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or medical evidence which confirms the individual is unable to receive a dose, or a further dose, of a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical contraindication or an acute medical illness.

Failure to comply with this condition of employment will impact your eligibility for employment in this position with DoT.

Preferred applicants may be subject to pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport will be treated in the strictest confidence.