Procurement Specialist - Aboriginal Contractor Engagement

• An opportunity to lead and influence our business
• 6 Month Fixed Term Contract – $ 112,195 + 11% Superannuation 
• Based in our John Tonkin Water Centre Leederville Location

Pursuant of Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be of Australian Aboriginal descent.       

Our diversity is our strength | One organisation. One hugely diverse workforce

Different backgrounds. Different experiences. Different areas of expertise. It’s our diverse mix of people that makes Water Corporation such a hugely rewarding place to work. As the principal supplier of water, wastewater and drainage services across Western Australia, we offer exciting career opportunities state-wide. Needless to say, we welcome ambitious job seekers who share our commitment to providing excellent customer service for West Australians.

About the role

As the Procurement Specialist - Aboriginal Contractor Engagement, you will be responsible for implementing the Water Corporation’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) initiatives related to the awarding of contracts to suitable Aboriginal businesses. 

You will identify and champion high-performing Aboriginal businesses across Western Australia, facilitating successful working relationships with Water Corporation, ensuring best practices are followed in all procurement activities as well as identifying and removing any barriers in the Corporation’s current procurement processes to ensure successful working relationships.

You will be responsible for maintaining and updating the Corporation’s Aboriginal Business Database with businesses that are suitable to perform works, goods, or services for the Corporation. 

Additionally, you will maintain internal and external networks with Aboriginal businesses, including attendance at meetings and ongoing communication and liaison with these businesses.

Key skills and experience

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and substantial experience in procurement and contracting in a utility business or a heavy engineering and Construction environment.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture & protocols.
• Considerable experience with procurement policies and procedures employed by large Corporations.
• Some understanding of industry and the markets used by the Corporation.

Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Applications close 10th April 2024.

Please note: As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check. 

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at ***********@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2***

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website