VicGrid is where you want to be

If you want to do work that matters, then this is the place to be. VicGrid has been established to ensure Victoria has the infrastructure in place to transition to renewable energy.

Elevate your career in renewable energy and help preserve the world around us for future generations.

VicGrid is leading the charge in delivering ground-breaking projects across Victoria. We are an energised team and passionate about the innovative work we deliver. We trust, support, value and nurture our people, as we strive to create a sustainable future for Victorian communities.

We need people with passion, excitement, and capability to work in a fast-paced delivery environment. If you want to be a part of shaping Victoria's renewable energy transition, we want you to work with us.

The Opportunity

The Director, Procurement is responsible for developing, implementing and managing procurement and governance frameworks, policies, procedures, systems and standards across VicGrid. The Director, Procurement will provide authoritative strategic advice and expertise on procurement, purchasing, commercial practices, governance and probity. The Director Procurement will draw on exemplary knowledge and skills in the areas of leadership, people management, strategic thinking, communication and change management to guide and facilitate best in class procurement practices.

The Director, Procurement is a direct report to the Director, Commercial and is accountable for developing a high performing procurement function and team of procurement specialists that have a strong focus on value for money, robust governance, effective systems and building organisational capability (people, process, technology and content).

The Director, Procurement will facilitate and lead relationships with key internal and external stakeholders at senior levels across VicGrid, DEECA, the Victorian Government Purchasing Board (VGPB), and industry. The Director, Procurement will engage and influence stakeholders to negotiate outcomes, enlist cooperation and resolve conflict, while maintaining collaborative relationships.

If this sounds like a program you want to be a part of, keep reading to find out some the things you will be responsible for delivering and some of the skills and experience you will bring with you. You can also refer to the Position Description for more information.

What you will deliver

• You will lead the development implementation and management of procurement and governance frameworks, policies, procedures, systems and standards across VicGrid ensuring compliance with VGPB policies.
• You will lead the Procurement function to deliver best in class services with a strong focus on value for money, good governance and enhancing organisational capability (people, process, technology and content) in an everchanging and complex environment.
• You will develop and maintain collaborative partnerships and influential relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders including executives, government, industry, VGPB and the supply chain, negotiating and influencing decisions and outcomes to ensure success of VicGrid's goals and objectives.
• You will provide authoritative, strategic advice and expertise to senior executives, and staff, on a range of complex procurement related matters and drive value for money across the procurement lifecycle, ensuring long-term benefits are achieved.

What you will bring

• Demonstrated senior experience in leadership roles of a procurement function for a government delivery agency (or equivalent), including expertise in key procurement functions, such as strategic sourcing, category management, purchase to pay, governance (including internal controls, risk and probity) and contract management is essential.  
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills including the ability to articulate key messages to staff at different levels across the organisation and review and approve a wide variety of documentation.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance, engineering, economics or related procurement discipline are essential.

If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer you

We are committed to creating a workplace that inspires and engages you.  Joining our new organisation as it establishes its footprint empowers and provides you with the opportunity to influence and shape our culture as well as providing:

• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing offerings through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which is extended to team members and their families for work and personal issues
• Annual salary increases and incremental performance-based payments over the course of your employment

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. 

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Should there be an opportunity for an ongoing appointment, these will only be available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

VicGrid is an Administrative Office established in relation to the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate (DEECA). VicGrid welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.

How to Apply

This is a fixed term position available on a two/three year fixed term contract. The work location for this position is 2 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. Hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 18 September 2024.