St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.
We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join our team in a unique dual role, working 0.5 FTE as a Purchasing Officer and 0.5 FTE as a Procurement Administrator on a fixed-term six-month contract.
What You'll Do:
Purchasing:
* Expedite orders as necessary to meet delivery dates for both internal and external customers
* Clarifications
* Ensure the timely resolution and closure of supplier purchase order terms and condition
* clarifications
* Maintain the integrity of inventory management by accurately capturing and inputting data within operating systems.
* Verify and validate inventory and contract pricing, to ensure accurate supplier data and update price lists as needed.
* Provide exceptional customer service for swift resolution of purchase issues and supplier queries.
* Facilitate sourcing quotes from approved suppliers in alignment with the Category team's strategy.
* Experience utilising ERP Systems
Procurement:
* Undertake lower risk/value request for quotes.
* Provide administrative support to the team on procurement packages, contract management and reporting.
* Manage document signature requests and the execution of contracts.
* Monitor and manage compliance with procurement governance.
* Provide administrative assistance with business purchasing policies for both internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.
* Provide advice and proactively source responses for Procurement queries for internal and external stakeholders.
* Develop and maintain accurate and up to date supplier records.
What You'll Need:
* Minimum 2-3 years within purchasing.
* Demonstrated experience in administrative support
* Tertiary qualification in Commercial or Supply Chain related desirable
* Intermediate level of competency in Microsoft Office Suites, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills, fostering positive relationships internally and externally to support effective collaboration.
* Ability to multitask, prioritise, and coordinate personal time management, ensuring seamless workflow even in high-pressure situations.
Benefits:
The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:
* $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
* 17.5% leave loading
* Corporate uniform
* Salary packaging and novated leasing
* Consumer discounts
* Discounts on first aid equipment
* Complimentary First Aid Training
* Complimentary ambulance cover
Ready to Apply?
To be considered for this opportunity, please click Apply Now. You will need to complete the online application form.
Applicants will receive an automated receipt on application. If you have not received this email, please contact the Talent Sourcing team prior to the closing date and time. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Applications that do not include both a cover letter and resume may not be considered.
Alternatively, if you have any questions, please contact Talent Sourcing Consultant Jenna Childs via email at
Applications close on Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 6pm.
St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.
St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.
St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.