First Nations and Social Procurement Specialist

6 months ago

Brisbane, Australia Powerlink Full time

**At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you**:
We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.

We’re working at the heart of Queensland’s energy transformation. Now more than ever, we need people who want to help us deliver a world-class energy future and ensure we continue to navigate through this once in a generation energy challenge. Join us and make it happen.

**Life at Powerlink**:
As the **First Nations and Social Procurement Specialist** you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 253,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.
- Available to you will be working a 9-day fortnight with RDOs every second week.
- Competitive remuneration package + 12.75% superannuation.
- Powerlink offers robust leadership development through integrated programs, fostering growth across all levels.

**Find a career that matters and lasts**:
In this role, you'll play a vital part in building bridges and promoting positive relationships between our procurement function and First Nations businesses. This role will also lead the development and implementation of Powerlink's modern slavery program of works, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and fostering ethical sourcing practices.

You will;
- Own and implement the ongoing requirements of the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) procurement commitments
- Identify, analyse, and make recommendations to improve Powerlink's procurement approach to engaging First Nations businesses.
- Collaborate with the Strategic Procurement Team to influence and implement improvements to procurement processes.
- Educate the business on the Queensland Indigenous Procurement Policy (QIPP) and identify and communicate opportunities for procurement from First Nations businesses.
- Monitor and report on procurement trends across Powerlink to observe improvements in First Nations engagement.
- Produce reports demonstrating spend, locations, or other relevant data relating to Powerlink's engagement with First Nations businesses.
- Lead the development and implementation of Powerlink's modern slavery program of works, ensuring compliance legislation.
- Drive engagement with key internal and external stakeholders to develop methodologies, tools, and strategies for addressing modern slavery risks.
- Some travel to FNQ may be occasionally required

**The community you will join**:
Powerlink are undergoing significant transformation in the way we deliver services to Queenslanders. With exponential growth already underway, and a significant pipeline of infrastructure projects on the horizon, our Supply Chain Services teams have never been more crucial in equipping our people with the resources to deliver to our strategy.

Our Supply Chain Services provide pivotal support to our operations through the global sourcing and procurement of materials & services; positioning Powerlink as a world-class leader in the energy sector.

**Your expertise**:

- Demonstrated understanding of government policies related to the engagement of Indigenous businesses
- Familiarity with the Modern Slavery Act and experience in developing and implementing modern slavery programs
- Ability to develop strong working relationships with Indigenous community groups, businesses, and stakeholders
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and ability to analyse spend data, identify trends, and make recommendations
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

**Be the start of every possibility**:
There’s lots to love about a career with Powerlink. But our people say there’s three things that really stand out:

- **
A career that matters and lasts**: You’ll shape a progressive career connecting more than five million Queenslanders to a world-class, clean energy future.
- ** Unique work and the chance to grow**: You’ll help find smart solutions to interesting problems as you develop your skills and impact every day.
- ** People who love to support and share**: You’ll build relationships with experienced, down-to-earth people who you’ll be proud to work with.

**Our commitment to inclusion and belonging**:

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