* Get the balance right - flexible working options available
* Ongoing career development opportunities
* Support the sustainable delivery of an essential service to the Lower Hunter community
We are seeking a temporary Commercial Specialist - FTC to join our Finance & Business Performance division. This fixed term opportunity will be for a period of up to 10 months.
Our Company
At Hunter Water our Values define who we are as an organisation and how we behave. We strive to live these Values and it is shown in the work we do and the way in which we interact with each other.
We fundamentally believe in and commit to diversity and inclusion. We value an individual's unique capabilities, backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. We rely on these diverse perspectives to drive innovation and collaboration, to deliver the best outcome for our customers and communities.
It is this diversity of perspectives that will enable Hunter Water to meet the challenges of the future. We strive to create an inclusive environment where there is genuine equality of opportunity regardless of people's gender, age, cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and/or family status. We encourage you to apply and welcome all applications.
We have embarked on a new strategic direction to build a more innovative, collaborative and resilient organisation that is a thought leader in developing a sustainable water and wastewater future.
At Hunter Water we offer a range of employee benefits. For this position, these will include, but are not limited to:
Excellent flexible working and additional leave benefits including:
* Additional Public Holidays
* 5 days additional paid Carers Leave per annum
* Paid Community Service Leave
* Access to hybrid work and other flexible options
Health & Wellbeing benefits including:
* Fitness passport
* Access to discounted health fund and health services
* Access to the Employee Assistance program
Remuneration & Hours:
* 35 hour working week
* Reward and Recognition Program
* General EA Salary band 7 plus Superannuation (offer made will be subject to experience)
The Opportunity
The role delivers planning and execution of commercial and procurement outcomes across Hunter Water's strategic and complex projects. It combines commercial acumen, market insight, sourcing and contracting capability to plan and manage procurement, negotiate contracts, manage supplier performance, and drive value for money for Hunter Water, our customers and Shareholder.
What you'll do:
* Lead end‑to‑end procurement and commercial processes, including planning, market analysis, sourcing strategies, tender management, evaluation, contract drafting, negotiation and finalisation, ensuring compliance, probity and value for money.
* Build and maintain strong stakeholder and supplier relationships, aligning procurement strategies with business objectives and collaborating across Legal, Project and governance teams.
* Manage contract and supplier performance, resolving issues, driving continuous improvement, monitoring delivery outcomes, and managing commercial risks, financial exposure, liability, indemnity and IP matters.
* Develop and implement commercial frameworks and strategies, including pricing, negotiation mandates, category planning, sustainability, social procurement and modern slavery requirements.
* Use data, reporting and continuous improvement practices to analyse trends, identify risks and opportunities, refine tools and templates, capture lessons learned, and provide accurate commercial and performance reporting to support decision‑making.
What you'll need to be successful:
Essential Criteria:
* Qualified and experienced procurement professional, with tertiary education in a relevant field and proven capability in end‑to‑end procurement, strategic sourcing and complex commercial negotiations.
* Strong knowledge of NSW Government procurement frameworks, probity principles and internal governance requirements, with the ability to develop compliant plans, reports and contract documentation.
* Commercially and financially astute, able to assess total cost of ownership, value for money, risk allocation and partnership/strategic alliance opportunities.
* Highly organised and effective leader, skilled at managing multiple concurrent procurements, influencing multidisciplinary teams and driving continuous improvement.
* Excellent relationship-builder, collaborating effectively with project teams, legal, finance and external stakeholders to deliver practical, customer‑focused business outcomes.
Desirable Criteria:
* Post Graduate qualifications in supply chain, contracts, engineering or related field.
* Experience working in and supporting high-performing teams.
* Experience preparing procurement strategy papers and evaluation reports.
* Work Experience in a complex regulated environment, utility or government sector.
Application Steps:
To be considered for this position applicants must submit a cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria above and provide a current resume.
Application closing date: 4th February 2026
Contact: Harry Sansbury Phone:
We are proud to be an Inclusive Employer committed to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity. People with disability, women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in contact with the recruiter.
Employment with Hunter Water Corporation may be subject to pre-employment checks including but not limited to criminal background checks, functional assessment, drug and alcohol testing and psychometric assessment for preferred external applicants.