Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United KingdomAUD154,231 – AUD178,369
Shape stronger communities through strategic procurement that delivers public
value
* Temporary full-time opportunity until March 2027
* Parramatta, Orange or Newcastle office locations considered
* Flexible working supported
* Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $154,231 to $178,369 + super
In this role you will
Partner with leaders across the department to drive innovative procurement
strategies that deliver better outcomes for communities across NSW. Your advice
will influence major decisions, complex sourcing initiatives and help ensure
every procurement investment creates lasting value.
This is an opportunity to bring fresh thinking to complex challenges, build
procurement capability and work with diverse stakeholders to improve how
services are delivered for the people and communities we serve.
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About you
* Outstanding stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, with the ability
to build trusted partnerships and influence outcomes across diverse business
areas and supplier groups.
* Strong problem-solving abilities, applying strategic thinking and sound
judgement to navigate complex procurement challenges and identify innovative,
value-for-money solutions.
* Proven leadership capability, with experience motivating, coaching and
developing teams while driving high performance and achieving shared
objectives.
* Capable of driving outcomes while actively engaging stakeholders throughout
the procurement lifecycle, fostering collaboration, alignment and
organisational buy-in.
About us
At the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
[https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/department-of-planning-housing-and-infrastructure] (DPHI),
you could shape your world while helping us shape the future of NSW. Together,
we create vibrant communities, places and precincts, and manage land, assets and
property.
Join our team and shape your world in a workplace that empowers you to do your
best work and build a meaningful career. In this role, you’ll help shape lives
and communities across NSW while growing your own career, supported by flexible
work options, impactful projects and a collaborative, diverse team. As a
high-performing and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we
serve, we value your lived experience and cultural knowledge, and we are
committed to helping you thrive through flexible arrangements, workplace
adjustments and a culture where everyone feels supported, connected and belongs.
Apply now
Apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Applications close 11:55pm Wednesday 19 August 2026
For more information contact Kristian Hodgson, Senior Manager Procurement
Delivery & Performance at kristian.hodgson@dphi.nsw.gov.au
Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide
[https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-05/dphi-working-with-us-guide-for-aboriginal-applicants.pdf] to
assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways
[https://nswdpie.tfaforms.net/1025] team for a yarn.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach
out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments
[https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/adjustments-for-individual-needs] that may be
needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity
to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via
talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au [talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au] or (02)
63637676 - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference
'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian
or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working
Visa for the duration of the appointment. This role is subject to standard
pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.
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