Principal Consultant - Procurement

This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP. The Commercial and Contracting Services Directorate is seeking to appoint an experienced procurement professional to work within the Commercial Procurement Services (CPS) team, who is interested in and passionate about improving educational outcomes for students in public schools through best procurement practice.

The Role

The CPS team provides procurement and contract development services for all Department of Education (the Department) contracts valued at $50,000 (Incl. GST) or more. This includes the preparation of procurement documents including Procurement Plans, Requests and Evaluation Reports, as well as the facilitation of tender evaluations in compliance and alignment with the WA Procurement Rules.

The successful applicant will:

• facilitate, develop and manage complex and/or high-risk whole of Department and school-facing contracts.
• undertake probity, compliance and quality assessment of procurement and complete quality assurance of contract and procurement approval procedures and processes.
• Lead business and/or process improvement initiatives within CPS.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Debra Watson, Manager - Commercial Procurement Services on 9264 4123 or emailing Debra.Watson@education.wa.edu.au.

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
• Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of the public sector procurement framework and experience in developing complex, high-risk contracts.
• Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills with experience in preparing complex procurement and technical documents.
• Demonstrated highly developed oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to negotiate and consult effectively at senior levels in the private and public sectors.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE996838. Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 November 2025.