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Procurement Officer

Employer
Downer EDI Limited
Location
Perth, Australia
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 8, 2021

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Category
Audit & Legal, Marketing & Commercial
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
Procurement Officer
Apply now Job ID: 585034
Job type: Full Time - Permanent
Location: Perth
Categories: Procurement/Supply Chain

Who we are
Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure and facilities.
Position summary
NOW IS THE TIME TO JOIN DOWNER

Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure and facilities.

POSITION SUMMARY

NEWest Alliance is a multidisciplinary collaboration between CPB Contractors and Downer, working with the Public Transport Authority to deliver over $1.2 billion of works as part of METRONET.

Across two projects (Yanchep Rail Extension and Thornlie-Cockburn Link), the Alliance will add 32 kilometres of track to Perth's rail network, 5 new stations and 3 station modifications as well as 14 kilometres of principal shared path.

Together the projects are set to create 3000 jobs and once operational will give residents of the northern and southern suburbs greater access to employment and training, entertainment and recreation hubs.

We are now seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to join our progressive Rail / Civil Infrastructure team to help build sustainable, long lasting infrastructure solutions.

Based primarily in Bibra Lake, you will have an exciting opportunity to join rail Metronet team as part of a plan, design and construct rail team where you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and have a major impact on project outcomes.

Your key responsibilities include:
  • Prepare, issue and evaluate tenders and quotes for a range of goods and services
  • Maintain the project procurement schedule in consultation with the area managers and project engineers
  • Negotiate contract arrangements with tenderers to ensure best value is achieved
  • Establish and rationalise agreements with key suppliers and subcontractors
  • Monitor and maintain effective contract and supplier databases
  • Provide accurate, comprehensive and timely reports to management
  • Continuously seek ways to improve efficiencies and value for money


WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON


  • Tertiary qualifications in commerce, law or a relevant field
  • Experience in project procurement and tendering
  • Experience in the Construction Industry and/or Rail will be highly regarded
  • Exceptional contract negotiation and communication skills
  • Understanding of contract and trade practices law, as well as competitive tendering policies

WHAT WE OFFER
  • A diverse and supportive work environment where individuals are encouraged to show initiative
  • The unique opportunity to work in an organisation where Zero Harm of our people and the environment is at the forefront of all that we do.
  • A long-term career opportunity for working with an ASX listed company

If you are enthusiastic and dedicated to establishing and growing your career, we'd love to speak to you!

Please click the "Apply Now" button. For more information, please contact Rebecca Jayatilaka via email rebecca.jayatilaka2@downergroup.com . Applications will not be accepted via email

We respectfully ask for no agency approaches.

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