AddressCategory Officer, NSW Procurement
- Employment Type: Ongoing
- Classification / Grade / Band: Clerk Grade 7/8
- Remuneration: $106024.88 - $117362.96; plus, Superannuation and Leave Loading
- Location: Sydney CBD, Flexible & hybrid working options available
- Applications Close: Monday, 24 June 2024 at 9:59am
Role impact & contribution
This Category Officer role is within the Government Waste Management and Resource Recovery (Waste management) team comprising 4 staff. The waste management team sits within the broader Goods & Services team at NSW Procurement that category manages several procurement categories including waste management category.
The waste management contract 9698 is a mandated whole-of-government agreement that is used by the government departments across NSW for the collection and disposal of waste and resource recovery. More information on this contract can be obtained from https://info.buy.nsw.gov.au/contracts/waste-management.
A copy of the NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy 2041 can be obtained from NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy 2041.
Contract 9698 is a five-year agreement scheduled to expire on 1 November 2025, with another 5-year extension option available. It has three important waste streams General waste and recycling, Secure destruction, and Clinical waste. Total annual value of the agreement is in the vicinity of about $40m and is utilised by more than 2,500 government sites across NSW. New government sites continue to be onboarded onto contract 9698 as they get identified.
Over the last couple of years, the waste management team has streamlined the data management processes and have introduced Power BI for data analysis / reporting and also Power Apps to enable efficient onboarding of new government sites onto contract 9698.
Contract 9698 is a data intensive category; good excel / analytical skills coupled with good communication and stakeholder management will help the applicant to be successful in this role. The role will be ideal for any applicant that wants to move from analytics/systems background to procurement or any procurement professional wanting to expand their skills.
The successful applicant will be supporting the waste management team and reporting directly to the Associate Director that leads the waste management category team.
You will be joining our NSW Procurement Group and will be working within the Commercial Division. Read more about your future Group and Division.
You can read more about the role in the role description here.
What you can bring to the role
In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
- Experience working with data, spreadsheets, and systems to generate reporting and dashboards.
- Possess strong analytical excel skills, Microsoft Office suite including Power Bi, Power Apps and other analytical tools.
- Experience in managing database and ability to provide data insights.
- Interest in creating a greener environment and driving sustainability.
- Keen to work in a procurement environment and help government departments drive their waste management strategies by leveraging your data analytics skills.
- Ability to drive continuous improvement, while controlling and managing costs.
- Excellent communication and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage projects, solve problems, meet deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of work.
- Desire to work, grow and develop a career within NSW Treasury.
What can you expect from us
The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people. We understand what starting a new job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will ‘Buddy’ you up with a team member to help settle you in.
Just some of the benefits of working with Treasury include:
- Flexible hybrid work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks
- Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.
- Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training
- Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.
- Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.
Read more about our benefits and how we invest in you.
Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury
You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales. You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.
When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor. Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.
As you contribute your expertise, you’ll engage in continuous Professional Development, acquiring essential skills such as:
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Market Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Category Management
Gather more insights about Careers at Treasury and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.
Interested in working with us
Read the role description to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the I Work for NSW jobs platform.
Application process:
- an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.
- complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.
- partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted
A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.
Read more about what to expect in the hiring process.
We embrace diversity
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ and diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
NSW Treasury is committed to being an employer of choice for the people of New South Wales.
We currently hold the following accreditations as a:
- a Disability Confident Recruiter with Australian Network on Disability, where we ensure a fair and equitable process without barriers.
- a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer with Carers NSW recognising the development of a carer friendly workplace policies and practices.
We support individuals with disabilities in accessing adjustments during recruitment and at work. For assistance, visit: https://www.treasury.nsw.gov.au/about-treasury/careers-at-nsw-treasury
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.
Any questions?
Visit our Careers Centre or contact our Talent Advisor Grace Senituli **************@treasury.nsw.gov.au.
Close of applications:9: 59am Monday 24 June 2024
A concurrent search is also underway.
Click “Apply online” below to start your application.
