Procurement Officer - SouthPAN Contract Specialist

Geoscience Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Geoscience Australia is seeking a Procurement Officer (APS6) in Canberra to support the SouthPAN program. You will prepare procurement documentation, coordinate stakeholder input, maintain records, and ensure compliance with procurement rules and agency policies.

Working within the SouthPAN Contracts team, you will manage tender processes, balance competing priorities, and collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes for national-scale initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in managing complex procurement processes within a government context.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules and regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation.
• Experience monitoring project procurement budgets and keeping records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on procurement processes, policy requirements, and contract management.
• Prepare procurement documentation and reports requiring minimal revision.
• Contribute to team objectives and planning/scheduling activities.
• Monitor procurement-related risks and support mitigation.
• Ensure procurements comply with Commonwealth rules and GA policies.
• Engage with internal stakeholders and external suppliers for tenders.
• Review procurement activities to identify continuous improvement.
• Support financial monitoring and record-keeping for procurements.

Skills

Procurement management

Government procurement

Contract management

Stakeholder coordination

Documentation

Education

Certificate IV/Diploma in Procurement and Contract Management

Job description

Geoscience Australia is seeking a Procurement Officer (APS6) in Canberra to support the SouthPAN program. You will prepare procurement documentation, coordinate stakeholder input, maintain records, and ensure compliance with procurement rules and agency policies.

Working within the SouthPAN Contracts team, you will manage tender processes, balance competing priorities, and collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver high-quality procurement outcomes for national-scale initiatives.