Procurement Intern (Vpsg2.2)

Rail Projects Victoria are the Victorian Government body responsible for the development and delivery of the Metro Tunnel Project, Regional Rail Revival and the Melbourne Airport Rail. Rail Projects Victoria Industry Based Learning (IBL) Program: *Full-time, 6-month opportunity based in Melbourne CBD / virtually *Gain hands-on experience and help shape the delivery of some of Victoria's largest rail construction projects *Participate in interactive career and professional development workshops *Apply for industry-based learning credit towards your degree

About the Opportunity

During your time with Rail Projects Victoria, you will be involved in a wide range of procurement activities, such as contract support and negotiations, preparation and review of procurement documentation while supporting project teams*. You will liaise with key stakeholders on procurement related issues, bid evaluations, analyse the assessment of claims under the Project Agreement and provide transaction management support to stakeholders.

About You
We are looking for someone who has a genuine interest in kickstarting their career in procurement or finance. It would be preferred if you have strong written and verbal communication skills, display strong attention to detail and are someone who enjoys building positive working relationships.

To be eligible for this role you must be currently enrolled at university studying a tertiary qualification in Procurement, Business Logistics, Finance or related discipline. You must remain enrolled throughout the course of the IBL Program, however, must defer your allocated subjects whilst completing the internship. You also must hold Working Rights in Australia that allow you to work full-time (38hrs/wk).

To comply with the MTIA COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, RPV-HR will require successful candidates to submit a valid record of immunisation which identifies that they have up to date vaccinations for COVID-19 or have a medical exception signed by a duly authorised medical practitioner. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the provision of proof of vaccination.

How to Apply

All applications must be made through the Victorian Government's careers website. To apply, you must submit your:

1) Cover Letter;
2) CV;
3) Academic results; and
4) A copy of your working rights in Australia (eg. Australian Passport, Australian Citizenship, Australian Birth Certificate etc.)

Please ensure to return all application documents required in separate PDF files, and address applications to Gemma Maschwitz - Employment Programs Administrator.

Once you apply online and pass an eligibility screening you will be invited to complete a video interview to tell us more about yourself and why you want to at RPV. If you impress us and prove to be a strong fit for the role, you will be invited to either a group assessment centre or panel interview.

Successful applicants will be offered a position in October/November and commence employment in January 2023, pending COVID-19.

Applications close 11.59 pm - Wednesday 28 September 2022.