Procurement Administrator

We are proud to become a new Australian Department of Defence partner, offering career opportunities to support the delivery of Property and Asset Services across South Australia and the Northern Territory.

We have a role available for a Procurement Administrator to join our Defence Division. This is a permanent full-time position that could be based at any of the main defence bases in the Northern Territory.

About us

Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries - we keep communities connected.

Your next role comes with these perks:

• Flexible working - all flexibility requests are genuinely considered.
• Career development – we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility. You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training.
• Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.
• Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
• Culture – we are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and meaningful recognition. You will play a key role in building the culture of our new team.

About the role

You will be responsible for supporting the Industry Engagement Manager in managing procurement activities for this large contract that covers multiple bases.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ascertain procurement needs and develop specifications.
• Conducting comprehensive procurement activities, including market research, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Developing, managing and evaluating tenders or contractor engagement, ensuring transparency and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and seeking cost-saving opportunities.
• Overseeing the contractor on-boarding process, ensuring all necessary documentation and compliance requirements are met.
• Managing contractor performance and managing contractor amendments of required.
• Maintaining up-to-date records of all procurement activities and contracts.
• Providing regular reports on procurement activities and contractor performance to the Industry Engagement Manager.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years' experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within the defence sector.
• Experience with tender development and management.
• Proven track record of successful contractor management and on-boarding.
• Strong understanding of procurement laws and regulations application to state-wide contracts.
• Proficient communication skills and the capacity to convey information clearly.
• Tertiary Qualification in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is highly desirable.

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

How to apply

Please submit your interest with the apply button where you will be directed to create a profile on our system. Applications may be reviewed before the closing date, so please don't hesitate to apply

We celebrate diversity at Service Stream and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with a disability or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+, Veteran or other diverse groups. Applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please email