APS6 Procurement Officer

Indigeco Pty Ltd; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $80 per hour + superannuation

Initial 6 month contract with two 3‑mo

Canberra Airport location with flexi‑w

Job summary

Indigeco Pty Ltd. is seeking an APS6 Procurement Officer in Canberra to support planning, coordination and delivery of Commonwealth procurement activities in a highly regulated environment.

The role emphasizes CPR compliance, probity, and governance, with a mandatory NV1 security clearance. The position is an initial 6‑month contract with two 3‑month extensions, located at Canberra Airport, with flexible working arrangements subject to client approval.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' demonstrated experience supporting Commonwealth Government procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver Commonwealth procurement activities in accordance with CPRs and government policies.
• Undertake procurement through whole‑of‑Australian‑Government arrangements, including panels and mandatory procurement.
• Prepare procurement plans, RFPs, evaluation plans, evaluation reports and contract documents.
• Provide administrative and secretariat support to procurement evaluation processes and records.
• Support governance, risk management and probity requirements and ensure compliance with legislation and frameworks.
• Conduct market research, engage suppliers and collaborate with internal stakeholders for planning and contract establishment.
• Prepare procurement-related correspondence, reports, briefs and contract documentation while supporting continuous improvement.

Skills

CPRs knowledge

Whole-of-Gov procurement

Probity & governance

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Indigeco is recruiting an APS6 Procurement Officer for our Commonwealth Government client based at Canberra Airport. This is an initial 6-month contract opportunity, with two additional 3 month extension options.

We are seeking an experienced procurement professional with strong knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), whole-of-Australian-Government procurement arrangements and Commonwealth procurement processes.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior procurement and commercial stakeholders to support the planning, coordination and delivery of procurement activities, ensuring compliance with government policies, probity requirements and procurement governance frameworks.

Please note that a current NV1 security clearance is mandatory for this position.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a Commonwealth Government regulatory organisation responsible for delivering important national safety, governance and regulatory outcomes.

You will join a professional commercial and procurement team, supporting essential procurement activities across a highly regulated government environment.

This is an opportunity to contribute your Commonwealth procurement expertise while working alongside experienced government professionals.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the planning, coordination and delivery of Commonwealth procurement activities in accordance with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and applicable government policies.

Undertake procurement activities through whole‑of‑Australian‑Government arrangements, including government panels, coordinated procurements and mandatory procurement arrangements.

Prepare high‑quality procurement documentation, including procurement plans, approach‑to‑market documentation, evaluation plans, evaluation reports, sourcing recommendations and contract documents.

Provide administrative and secretariat support to procurement evaluation processes, maintaining accurate procurement records, registers and audit trails.

Support procurement governance, risk management and probity requirements, ensuring activities comply with relevant Commonwealth legislation and procurement frameworks.

Conduct market research, engage suppliers and collaborate with internal stakeholders to support procurement planning, sourcing activities and contract establishment.

Prepare procurement‑related correspondence, reports, briefs and contract documentation while supporting continuous improvement across procurement processes.

YOUR REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 3 years' demonstrated experience supporting Commonwealth Government procurement activities.

Strong working knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), Commonwealth procurement policies and procurement governance frameworks.

Demonstrated experience undertaking procurement activities through whole‑of‑Australian‑Government arrangements, including government panels and mandatory procurement arrangements.

Experience preparing procurement documentation, including procurement plans, request documentation, evaluation reports, contract documents and procurement recommendations.

Strong understanding of procurement probity, risk management, compliance requirements and government record‑keeping obligations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers and senior government representatives.

Current AGSVA NV1 security clearance is mandatory, along with the ability to complete the required organisational suitability assessment.

ABOUT YOUR PERKS

Up to $80 per hour + superannuation.

Initial 6 month contract with two additional 3 month extension options.

Canberra Airport location, with flexible working arrangements subject to client approval.

Opportunity to contribute to procurement and commercial activities within a Commonwealth Government regulatory environment.

Work alongside experienced procurement and commercial professionals while strengthening your Commonwealth procurement expertise.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

Hold a current AGSVA NV1 security clearance or higher.

Successfully complete the client's mandatory suitability assessment.

Comply with Commonwealth Government security, confidentiality and procurement requirements.