Senior Procurement Officer

The Senior Procurement Officer is a key role in the procurement team within the Infrastructure and Procurement Branch. The purpose of the role is to conduct and support various procurement and contract management activities, primarily relating to information communication and technology (ICT), to meet the operational objectives of a dynamic ambulance service.

We are seeking applicants who, within the context of the role responsibilities, possess the following key attributes:

• Demonstrated high level skills, knowledge and understanding of government procurement and contract management policies and practices, including ‘go to market' and contract templates.
• Proven experience in government procurement and contract management processes for goods and services (ICT requirements) with a medium to high level of value, risk and complexity; to establish contracts and associated arrangements.
• Demonstrated well-developed communication, negotiation, consultation and collaboration skills including the ability to prepare and write high level and complex correspondence, reports and documentation.
• Well-developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, including the proven ability to deliver innovative and cost effective procurement outcomes.
• Proven ability to work independently and as an effective member of a multi-disciplined team and the ability to supervise and develop other team members.
• Demonstrated capability and experience in managing a significant volume of work in a dynamic environment of competing priorities and agendas.
• A strong commitment to the delivery of quality client service as demonstrated by attitude and behaviour.
• Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Public Sector and QAS values.

Mandatory/Special conditions/Other requirements:

The following mandatory requirements, special conditions and/or other requirements apply to this role:

• The incumbent may be required to travel intra-state on official business and the possession of a C class driver's licence may be required.
• Whilst not mandatory, a qualification or formal training in government procurement and contract management practices, law, and/or business management will be highly regarded.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.