Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.THESE ARE PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITIONSTHESE POSITIONS ARE BASED IN KENSINGTONAPPLICATIONS FOR THESE POSITIONS CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 8 SEPTEMBER 2025Fleet, Procurement and Facilities provide department-wide level of support within the fields of Fleet, Procurement, Government Housing and the management of the Kensington Facilities.We currently have an opportunity for two Principal Procurement Officers to join our team.The Principal Procurement Officers are responsible for:
Developing and managing tender processes for medium/high-risk and value procurements.
Offering expert guidance to senior stakeholders on Procurement planning, policy interpretation, contract formation, and contract management ensuring compliance with policies and delivering value-for money-outcomes.
Oversees contract lifecycle activities including extensions, variations, and exemption requests.
Building and maintaining effective relationships across Government, industry, and the community to support successful procurement outcomes.
Manages and supports team members to assist in the successful outcomes of contract development.
At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be to help drive positive change.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total. * Considerable experience in procurement environments working with complex tender and contract formation, within Government or equivalent industry.
Considerable experience in procurement processes including tender and contract preparation, management and administration, and contract negotiation and time and financial management.
Evidence of your ability to deliver effective solutions to complex Procurement challenges.
Evidence of high-level oral communication and interpersonal skills and experience in effectively liaising and negotiating with external organisations including, local and State government, consultants, contractors and stakeholders.
Considerable experience in high level leadership, supervisory, organisational and program planning and human resource management skills. Including a demonstrated ability to promote staff development, deal with contentious issues and improve performance, empowering staff to achieve agreed outcomes.
About UsDBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our .Benefits of working with usIn addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
Flexible working arrangements.
12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
3 days additional public sector holidays each year
Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
An annual National Park Entry Pass.
Well-established learning and development programs.
Free staff parking.
How to apply:All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:a covering letter.a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages.current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.For further job-related information: contact Ciaran Doyle on 0476 060 580 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit .We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementDBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact on 13 64 64.Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
