Procurement Support Officer

Temporary Procurement Support Officer role with a State Government Department – great hourly rate and immediate start.

The Opportunity

A State Government Department is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Procurement Support Officer to join their team on a temporary basis. Procurement experience is not mandatory, and full training will be provided; however, candidates must demonstrate strong attention to detail, solid computer skills, and a willingness to learn.

This role supports procurement activities across the organisation and contributes to the effective delivery of goods and services for regional operations. It is an excellent opportunity for an administration professional looking to build experience in government procurement within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

What’s On Offer

• Temporary role with a State Government Department
• Great hourly rate
• On-the-job procurement training provided
• Supportive, team-focused work environment
• Opportunity to build a career pathway in government procurement

About the Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting a range of procurement-related projects, including research, analysis, and reporting
• Ordering materials and processing purchase orders, work orders, field release orders, and related documentation
• Assisting with the development and delivery of procurement training and induction programs
• Supporting the creation and maintenance of training materials and skills frameworks
• Coordinating contractor meetings, including scheduling, minutes, and presentation support
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislative and departmental procurement requirements
• Promoting procurement as a key business function across the organisation
• Preparing and maintaining accurate procurement documentation and records
• Demonstrating professionalism and positively contributing to team culture and continuous improvement

About You

You are a motivated and organised professional who is eager to learn and takes pride in accuracy and attention to detail.

You will bring:
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong computer skills and confidence using Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and procurement frameworks
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• A positive attitude and collaborative approach to teamwork

To Apply

Applications in Word format should be submitted by clicking the ‘Apply’ button below.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Brendon on 07 4034 5000.

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