Information for applicants
This role is Ongoing and located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney. Information about the position, including eligibility, selection criteria, and details on how to apply, is available on the Bureau of Meteorology's website Careers page at
Applications close at
11:30pm AEDT Tuesday 20 January 2026
Enquiries about the position can be directed Colby Au
Acting Procurement & Contracts Lead
Email:
About the Bureau
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Our products and services include observations, forecasts, warnings, analysis and advice. They cover Australia's atmosphere, water, oceans and space environments.
The Bureau operates under the authority of the Meteorology Act 1955 and the Water Act 2007. We also fulfill Australia's international obligations under the Convention of the World Meteorological Organization and related international meteorological treaties and agreements.
Read the Bureau of Meteorology Strategy 2022–27 to find out more about our organisation and the work we do for all Australians.
Position overview
The Bureau has an established Procurement and Contracts function resourced with qualified procurement and contract management professionals supporting the Bureau's $200m+ annual expenditure on goods & services.
The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle of strategic, complex and routine procurements consistent with legislation, Government policy and enterprise processes under the service model.
With experience in undertaking complex and routine procurements in industries such as (but not limited to) Government, Utilities, Mining or Transport in an environment, the Senior Procurement Officer will collaborate with the Bureau's considerable commercial capabilities to deliver complex procurements in line best practice standards, frameworks, practices and tools.
The incumbent must have experience in a procurement environment characterised by high volume, complexity, active prioritisation, internal engagement, and hands-on delivery of procurements and contracts. They will develop and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders to ensure priorities are delivered as according to timelines.
Role responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
* Manage end to end strategic, complex and routine tender and RFQ processes including the development of RFT/Q documentation, assisting with drafting evaluation reports for Evaluation Committee review, and papers for endorsement through the relevant governance bodies that is consistent with legislation, Government policy and enterprise processes.
* Provide advice on procurement processes to the stakeholder and relevant governance bodies to ensure the implementation of, and adherence to, Bureau procurement policies and relevant rules and legislation.
* Apply commercial acumen and high-level negotiation skills to optimise cost of ownership and balance value, compliance, efficiency, risk and service levels.
* Ensure that all procurement activities comply with Bureau's policies and the Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
* Collaboration with other team members including technical subject matter experts, Commercial Advisors, Negotiators, Legal Advisors, pricing and financial analysis, Procurement, Probity, risk, security, and other subject matter experts on an as needs basis.
* Draft and provide input as necessary to executive briefing and approval papers necessary for tender finalisation and agreement execution.
* Contributes to procurement process improvement activities and improvement initiatives
* Create an environment of, and commitment to, service excellence by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.
* Demonstrate attention to detail, ensuring quality output in a timely manner.
* Comply with all Bureau work, health and safety policies and procedures, and take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of employees, contractors and visitors who may be affected by your conduct; and
* Commitment to APS Values, Employment Principles and Code of Conduct and an understanding of the Bureau's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion and the Bureau Way
Qualifications:
* Demonstrated experience in complex and routine end to end procurement activities (including ICT Goods/Services/Consultancy, Construction or Civil Works) in industries such as (but not limited to) Government, Utilities, Mining or Transport.
* High level interpersonal skills with a strong client focus, including the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders in providing strategic procurement advice to enable achievement of desired outcomes.
* High level communication skills at all levels (written and verbal) with the ability to undertake negotiations with suppliers as part of the procurement process.
* Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team to deliver outcomes within specified parameters including timeframes and objectives.
* Ability to understand, follow and explain procurement policy and procedures to the broader team, including providing coaching to junior staff.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage and meet deadlines.
* Ability to manage multiple procurements simultaneously.
* Ability to work under limited direction, including experience in planning, prioritising and organising work for self to achieve goals and deadlines.
* Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules or other State Government procurement frameworks, audit regulations, legal obligations and corporate policies relating to procurement.
* A proactive team member with a motivated attitude.
* A demonstrated commitment to safety from both a leadership and personal perspective.
* Demonstrated experience in complex and routine end to end procurement activities.
* Demonstrated experience in providing briefings to senior management.
* Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules or other State Government procurement frameworks, audit regulations, legal obligations and corporate policies relating to contracts.
* The candidate must state their agreement to have or obtain (at Bureau expense) a baseline security clearance.
* A degree or diploma of an Australian educational institution, or a comparable overseas qualification, which is appropriate to the duties; OR other comparable qualifications, which are appropriate to the duties (desirable).
Merit pool
The selection process will establish a merit pool that may be used to fill similar positions within 18 months.
How to Apply
Applications can be lodged through the Bureau of Meteorology Careers.
Your application will consist of resume, contact details for two referees and a '800-word pitch' that considers:
* position overview
* job responsibilities
* selection criteria
* relevant sections of the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) and APS work level standards.
The Bureau is an equal opportunities employer. We will support applicants with disability through our RecruitAbility Program and will provide reasonable adjustments such as access, equipment and other practical support at relevant stages of the recruitment process.
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