Description
Overview of role:
As the Procurement Lead for the Major Projects Department, your role will be focussed and responsible for successfully driving the Procurement function, including:
* Leading end-to-end procurement processes for the Major Projects Department – including being responsible for stakeholder engagement (internal & external) and the provision of direct advice, identification and management of purchasing risks, and supplier opportunities. As well as ensuring all Victorian Government Procurement and probity requirements are adhered to through procurement processes (eg. Competitive ECIs)
* Providing procurement leadership, expertise and support to the team that supports project managers throughout the project management lifecycle.
* Provide support and expert advice to the Executive Manager of Major Projects, Program Director and Project Managers and take the lead on providing advisory services to stakeholders.
* Engage with key program and project management personnel to provide leading practice advice, delivery and insight on their procurement needs and activities.
Key Responsibilities:
As our Procurement Lead, you'll be accountable for:
* Lead and manage the development, implementation, and application of sustainable procurement strategies, technology solutions, and other practices.
* Manage end‐to‐end procurement, including go-to-market activities, contract preparation, execution, and financial auditing to drive commercial, environmental, and social outcomes.
* Oversee, advise, and upskill the Major Projects teams on efficient procurement processes, emphasising compliance.
* Ensure the highest ethical standards in procurement, with strong adherence to trademark behaviours, safety, and wellbeing.
About you:
* Extensive skills and experience (ten plus years) procurement services.
* Proven experience with managing the procurement requirements of transactions above $20 million dollars. Particularly favourable, will be experience in competitive Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) processes.
* Relevant tertiary qualification in commerce, finance, economics, business management, law, or related discipline.
* Proven specialised experience (at least 10 years) in commercial, procurement, and supplier management.
* Comprehensive knowledge of Victorian Government procurement requirements and practical experience integrating them into a business and/or experience developing and implementing business processes and improvements for procurement.
* Strong analytical skills with an ability to solve complex problems and think laterally to ensure objectives are achieved.
* Depth of knowledge of Victorian Government Procurement Policies with a demonstrated history of ownership of the Policy requirements.
Sound like you? We'd love to hear from you.
Learn more in the position description
Salary:
The salary and conditions for this position will be as per the Coliban Water Enterprise Agreement 2021 Band 5 $115,162-$139,851+ superannuation salary range will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with their skills and experience. This role is a Three-year Fixed term position.
Enquiries:
For further information please contact Lauren Armstrong on or via email at
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by COB 22nd December 2025
Why join us?
At Coliban Water our people are on a mission to create a better life for our customers and communities – now and tomorrow.
We love what we do and our location in the centre of a region that takes in 49 towns from Trentham to Echuca.
Our commitment to inclusion means you'll feel at home here no matter who you are, who you love, or what you stand for. As part of the team you receive a monthly accrued day off, time off over Christmas, the flexibility to shape your work to suit your lifestyle, and generous parental, carer and workplace study leave policies.
At Coliban Water we balance a small team rhythm with the reach and resources of one of the largest Victorian regional urban water corporations.
What are you waiting for? We'd love you to join us.
Applicants will need to successfully complete all core training requirements in the expected timeframes and may be required to undertake a Police Check, Working with Children Check, Pre-Employment Medicals or Psychometric testing where applicable. Applicants may also be required to produce evidence of their Right to Work in Australia.
We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace for everyone, including people with disabilities and diverse abilities. If you need any support during the application process or would like to discuss interview adjustments, please contact Lauren Armstrong on or via email at
Please indicate any adjustments (administrative, environmental, or procedural) you may need to effectively participate in the recruitment process and/or carry out the requirements of the role you are applying for.
Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date of this advertisement.