Procurement Lead
1 week ago
- Join our dynamic and rapidly
expanding team as we embark on an exciting journey of
organisational growth and innovation, working towards our
vision of becoming Australia's Port for the
Future. - Work on meaningful initiatives
that will help create prosperity for the North
Queensland's communities. - Enjoy an environment that
provides attractive benefits including flexibility, true
work-life balance and generous opportunities for
professional development.
About the
Port
The Port of Townsville Limited (the
Port) has been actively shaping the future of Townsville and North
Queensland for 160 years.
Today, we are Australia's
largest port for zinc, lead, copper, sugar and fertiliser.
Additionally, we handle more motor vehicles and containerised goods
than any other port in Northern Australia. The goods that flow
through our ports are grown, mined, manufactured and used to better
the lives of more than 800,000 people across a vast catchment area,
spanning from Hinchinbrook to the Burdekin and west to Mount
Isa.
On average, more than 8 million
tonnes of goods, worth more than $10 billion, cross our wharves
each year. Thanks to our customers, we are one of the
country's most diverse ports, linking more than 30 different
commodities to 130 ports in 44
countries.
The Townsville port is also an
increasingly strategic forward mounting location in
Australia's Defence capabilities, as well as an important
tourism enabler due to its modern dedicated cruise ship
terminal.
Working with
us
The Port of Townsville is expanding
its team of passionate and innovative professionals as we undergo a
period of significant and sustainable
growth.
We are currently undertaking the
biggest port expansion in our history, trade volumes are expected
to triple by 2050 as new projects in rare earth, critical minerals
and renewable energy come to realisation and demand for Defence and
cruise shipping capacity is rapidly
increasing.
In the coming years we will be
challenged to continue to deliver highly competitive day to day
port operations, drive improvements in sustainability across all
areas of the business and deliver major capital works projects that
will ensure our capacity to facilitate the trade demands of the
future.
We are currently looking for
exceptional talent to join our team as we embark on this journey.
Are you a proactive and ambitious individual with a passion for
making a real impact? This is your chance to be part of a
collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and
contributions will be valued.
The Port provides a supportive
workplace culture that is committed to improving diversity and
fostering inclusivity. With a strong focus on nurturing growth and
continuous learning, you'll have the resources and guidance to
excel in your role and beyond.
About the role and
you
As the Lead Procurement, you will take ownership of a portfolio
of spend categories and procurement initiatives that support both
capital and operational goals. You will be responsible for leading
end-to-end procurement processes, driving cost and risk reduction
through negotiations, and building strong, collaborative
partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience you'll
need
To be successful in the role, you
will be require to:
- Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including
strategy development, tenders, negotiations, contract
execution, and contract management. This includes taking the
lead responsibility for preparing and finalising all tender and
contract documentation and processes - Developing and implementing procurement strategies that
deliver measurable value through cost savings, risk mitigation,
and supplier consolidation - Manage select high-value and complex goods and services
contracts (inc. capital projects) using best practice contract
management principles to ensure sourcing outcomes are achieved,
while monitoring and reporting on performance and
compliance - Partnering with internal stakeholders to influence
decisions and ensure procurement supports business
objectives - Championing best practice procurement processes,
governance, and supplier engagement, embedding a culture of
continuous improvement - Oversee, mentor, and develop the procurement
team—assign tasks, monitor performance, and facilitate
continuous learning and cross-functional training.
For a more comprehensive
understanding of the position's requirements, please refer to the
Position Description available on our
website.
Application
process
- Click apply
and follow the prompts - Attach your
current resume and a cover letter to your
application - Applications
close 11pm
Sunday, 19 October 2025
For enquiries, please contact
-,
noting that applications must be submitted via our recruitment site
- email applications will not be
accepted.
At the Port of Townsville, we value
and celebrate the diversity of our community and recognise that it
enriches our workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from all
backgrounds to come forward, confident that you will be met with
respect and consideration. We are committed to ensuring our working
environment is safe and welcoming.
If you are an applicant who faces
challenges due to cultural barriers or disabilities, please know
that we are here to support you throughout the application process.
We strive to create a welcoming and accessible recruitment
experience for all candidates, and we encourage you to approach us
if you require any assistance or
accommodations.
Together, let's build a workforce
that thrives on inclusivity and embraces the strengths that
everyone brings to our team.
Attachments:
- Position Description - Procurement
Port of Townsville Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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