About the DepartmentThe Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is the Australian Government agency leading the nation's response to climate change while safeguarding our environment, heritage, water, and energy systems. Established on 1 July 2022, it combines environmental protection, energy policy, water resource management, and biodiversity conservation under one roof.About the RoleThe Procurement team is at the heart of Australia's bid to host COP31 in 2026-driving strategic sourcing, enabling high-impact partnerships, and ensuring every procurement aligns with procurement policies and legislation. From labour hire to complex commercial arrangements, the team provides expert guidance, seamless support, and trusted leadership across all procurement activities. As the central liaison for legal, commercial, and probity matters, they play a critical role in shaping a world-class event with integrity, precision, and purpose.The team is seeking Procurement specialist at the following levels with the following capabilities.EL1 Procurement Specialist:
Lead major procurements for Australia's bid to host COP31 climate summit
Join a high-impact team preparing to deliver a global event in 2026
Shape strategic contracts in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
APS6 Procurement Specialist:
Deliver diverse procurements for Australia's bid to host COP31 climate summit
Advise stakeholders on policy, planning, and contract execution
Support high-impact work in a fast-paced, collaborative team
Candidates will be employed on a non-ongoing basis with the department until June 2026 with a possible 12-month extension.How to ApplyClick APPLY or contact Marisa Conlon, Senior Consultant, Talent Acquisition at marisa@fprs.com.au for further information on the role.Please submit applications in Word format only by 10am, 17th August 2025.FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions is a majority Aboriginal owned agency providing contingent contracts, fixed term contracts and permanent recruitment solutions to Government and Corporate Australia.Our Head Office is based in Canberra with a national reach to all the states and territories, regional and remote areas of Australia.FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures; and to elders past, present and emerging.
