Title: Procurement Policy Officer
Salary: VPS 3 $79,122 - $96,073 plus superannuation
About us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We bring together transport, planning, land use, precinct and policy functions in a single department to deliver the best outcomes for Victorians.
Together with our portfolio agencies, we are responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Victoria’s transport, planning and land services for use by all.
We foster a safe, inclusive and constructive place to work.
Investment and Technology leads and manages the investment lifecycle; drives commercial advice & negotiations to facilitate reform; and enables core delivery through Finance, Procurement & Technology.
About the role
The role supports various procurement stakeholder engagement opportunities by coordinating and minuting complex discussions at Community of Practise (CoP) meetings and contributing to the regular communication events/requirements for the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) to promote awareness and understanding of procurement initiatives. By providing timely and accurate advice, documentation and contribution, the Procurement Policy Officer contributes to capability building activities and helps uplift procurement knowledge and practise across the organisation.
Key Selection Criteria
The role requires foundational capability in policy development, critical thinking, problem solving and effective communication, with the ability to organise information logically and contribute to quality outcomes. Candidates must demonstrate curiosity and continuous improvement mindset, along with a developing understanding of procurement policy, compliance frameworks and risk management. Experience supporting procurement or policy-related activities within a structured process environment will be well regarded.
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Position accountabilities
DTP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented procurement specialist to support the development and application of procurement policy across the organisation. In this role, you will contribute to the review and maintenance of procurement policies, procedures and guidance materials to ensure alignment with whole-of-government legislation, frameworks and internal requirements. You will provide advice to business areas on procurement processes and documentation, escalating more complex matters as needed and helping to drive consistent and compliant practices.
A key focus of the position is supporting organisational capability uplift. This includes maintaining online training materials, coordinating communications and reporting on participation and completion rates to monitor compliance and inform continuous improvement. The role will also assist with the preparation of communications from the Chief Procurement Officer and support procurement-related intranet content, newsletters and initiatives to increase awareness and promote good practice across the department.
The successful candidate will bring strong written communication skills, sound judgement, stakeholder responsiveness and an interest in procurement policy and practice. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the delivery of public value while developing specialist skills in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.
Qualifications and experience
- Procurement experience or knowledge would be desirable.
Cultural Values
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds representing the community that we serve, including veterans, parents, carers, First Peoples, people with disability, multicultural, multifaith and LGBTIQA+ individuals.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Through shared actions and behaviours aligned with our strategy and direction, we empower our people to thrive and meaningfully contribute to the department’s goals.
What we offer
Working at the Department of Transport and Planning provides people with the opportunity to contribute to creating thriving places and connected communities for all Victorians.
For further details please refer to Careers at the Department of Transport and Planning.
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
All new appointments to the department will be subject to a National Criminal Records Check, Misconduct Screening, and a Qualification Check where there is a requirement for a mandatory qualification. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence consistent with the requirements of the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
Non-VPS applicants will be subject to a probation period of six months.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday, 26th February 2026.
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Please include both your resume and a cover letter. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For further information about the role, please contact Nia McMartin - Manager Procurement Governance via nia.mcmartin@transport.vic.gov.au.
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