Procurement Policy and Business Improvement

6 days ago

Adelaide, Australia SA Government -DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORT Full time

**Department for Infrastructure and Transport**
**Job reference**: 644830
**Location**: 5000 - ADELAIDE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport delivers expert planning policy, efficient transport and valuable social economic infrastructure to the South Australian community that enhances the lifestyle of South Australians every day.

**The Opportunity**
Join a dynamic team to support procurement policy, assurance, and business improvement within the Commercial and Contract Management Division.

You’ll provide high-level business support to ensure the efficient functioning of the Procurement Policy and Assurance team and broader Commercial and Contract Management Division. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Supporting cross-functional issues impacting procurement and broader departmental functions.
- Assisting in managing policies governing Civil Construction Procurement, ensuring compliance with probity, risk, and governance standards.
- Driving business improvements, managing projects, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to deliver meaningful outcomes in a changing environment.

**About you**
To be successful in this role you will need to be:

- **Strategic Support & Relationship Building**: Provides high-level support to senior management, fostering strong relationships and communication to drive team effectiveness and achieve key objectives.
- **Collaborative Problem-Solver**: Works across functions to address business challenges, guiding the business planning process and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- **Results-Focused**: Translates strategies into actionable performance targets, providing regular reporting while managing resources and mitigating risks.
- **Reporting & Policy Development**: Develops and maintains procurement policies, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering clear, concise reports and recommendations.
- **Project Coordinator**: Manages Directorate-specific projects, maintains accurate records, and contributes to the development of governance frameworks and process improvements.

**Qualification/ Experience**
A Tertiary Qualification in a relevant discipline or having equivalent professional experience will be highly regarded.

**Special Conditions**
A National Police Check (NPC) is required prior to employment in the Department for Infrastructure and Transport which must be renewed every three years.

**Tenure of Vacancy**
Temporary appointment - up to 12 months with the possibility of becoming permanent.

**Remuneration**
ASO5 - $85,790 to $95,413 pa + superannuation.

**Enquiries**
Ross Vallis
Team Leader, Procurement Policy & Assurance
Telephone: 0481 064 821

**Application Instructions**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached Role Statement.

**Our Commitment**

As a WE’RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

Role Statement
- Procurement Policy and Business Improvement (ASO5).pdf

**Applications close**: 02/02/2025 9:00 PM

**Flexibility Statement**
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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