Procurement Officers, Aps Level 4

Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne
- Applications close 8 September 2024

**About the Department**:
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

**About the National Measurement Institute**:
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is the Australian Government’s national measurement authority. Australians rely on measurement every day to stay safe and healthy, to be confident they get what they pay for, and to level the playing field for business. NMI’s sovereign measurement capabilities underpin these outcomes for Australians, contributing to a Future Made in Australia and maintaining national and international confidence in Australian goods and services. Our work spans the economy, delivering over $800 million annually in direct benefits to Australians and Australian industry. NMI also administers the regulatory framework for measurement which supports around $1.4 trillion of economic activity in Australia each year. NMI is an integral part of Australia’s critical scientific infrastructure, supporting the government’s objectives in a wide range of sectors, including in manufacturing, health, food safety, trade, the environment, defence, energy, the integrity of sport and law enforcement.

**The opportunity**:
There are multiple ongoing and non-ongoing positions available at the NMI at the APS4 and APS5 level to support NMI’s ongoing operations and strategic priorities.

NMI received $145 million in the 2024-25 Federal Budget to deliver significant upgrades across ICT, laboratory assets and property, and we are seeking procurement officers with an interest in delivering the many larger and smaller procurements that will support this.

You will be using your procurement expertise to support large scale replacement and upgrading of physical and scientific assets across the Division across multiple sites around Australia. The role may also involve travel to one or more NMI laboratories in Sydney or Melbourne to see measurement science in action. Your role will directly support NMI’s staff to deliver cutting edge science and essential regulatory activities.

There will be opportunities for personal development and for engagement with broader NMI and departmental activities and forums.
- an understanding of public sector administration is highly desirable, including some level of exposure or experience in procurement and contract management processes.
- the ability to work in a team environment to support a wide cross section of managers including senior executives.
- a strong motivation for learning and development with an interest in the activities of NMI and the role NMI plays for Australia.
- an ability to assist with the drafting of tender documents, compiling tenders and quotes received and providing administrative assistance in finalising procurements.
- the ability to co-ordinate the workflow and outcomes of a small procurement team is a desirable requirement.
- the ability to make sound judgements and decision-making skills.
- a track record of working successfully in a supportive team environment, including maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- good oral and written communication skills.
- a willingness to learn, including being amenable to stretching beyond procurement activities to support other processes including, recruitment and other administrative activities, as required.
- contemporary experience in using or administration of scientific equipment would be desirable - as examples, you may have a Diploma of Procurement & Contracting, or a degree in science, or experience in the administrative aspects of purchasing equipment for a university, research organisation, hospital, or commercial laboratory or manufacturer.

**What you will do**:
As a procurement officer in NMI, your role may include:

- working with staff across NMI to support the timely completion of procurements, including by supporting the development of specifications and preparation of tender and contract documentation relating to property, ICT and scientific eq