- Lead a major one-of-a-kind procurement activity across a vital construction project using modern methods of construction.
- Work on high-value, complex NZS3916:2013 and AoG Panel contracts to support this construction project.
- Join a fast-paced and dynamic team with opportunities for growth and impact using your construction sector knowledge and experience.
- Fixed-term opportunity up until 30 June 2026 based at our National Office in Wellington, potentially would also suit an inter-Agency secondment.
Mo te tunga | About the Role
As the sole Senior Procurement Adviser to the Department's Accelerated Capacity Project, you'll provide specialist procurement leadership, advice, and support for this project. You'll play a key role in delivering procurement and commercial guidance, managing high-value supporting contracts, and ensuring best-value outcomes. This role involves working closely with a fast-paced and dynamic project team who are operating at the cutting edge of a major one-of-a-kind construction project. You will be expected to hit the ground running and utilise your highly geared stakeholder engagement and relationship skills, together with your knowledge of construction and consultancy contracts, to drive procurement excellence.
Mou | About you
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
- Proven experience in procurement within construction and supporting consultancies.
- Strong knowledge of operational sourcing and procurement best practices, including experience with complex tender processes,
- Advanced negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships.
- Experience working with construction and consultancy contract templates, including AoG panels and associated NZS3916:2013 or NZS3916:2023 contracts.
- Understanding of government procurement policy, rules, and guidelines.
Utu a-tau | Salary
The midpoint of the salary range is $147,765 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $125,601 - $177,318 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Mo matou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
Applications close on: Tuesday 19th August
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Tom.Nicholas@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.