Assistant Director Procurement and Contracts
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Assistant Director Procurement and Contracts
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Date posted
October 14, 2026
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Closing date
29 October 2026
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Location
Canberra
Description
Position Overview: Assistant Director Procurement and Contracts
The Department of Parliamentary Services is recruiting for the position of Assistant Director Procurement and Contracts (Executive Level 1). This role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute directly to the Australian Public Service (APS) within a dynamic, high-impact public sector portfolio.
Department of Parliamentary Services
Executive Level 1
APS Enterprise Agreement Remuneration
Canberra ACT
Full-Time (Ongoing)
29 October 2026 (11:59 PM AEDT)
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Department of Parliamentary Services include:
- DPS procures and manages a wide range of goods and services to support the operation of Parliament House. These range from everyday corporate supplies and professional services to complex technology, construction, maintenance and specialist services that help keep Parliament House secure, functional and accessible.
- Who we are looking for
- Please click the "apply now" button to go to the DPS Careers Webpage where you can find more information about the position and relevant duty statement.
- Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting or higher is essential.
- The position is based in Canberra.
- The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.
- alexander.goodall@aph.gov.au
- Agency Employment Act
- The Parliamentary Service Act 1999
- Department of Parliamentary Services
Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance
Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:
- Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
- Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
- Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.
- You will lead the team responsible for procurement and contract reporting, governance and oversight across DPS. Working closely with the Branch’s Procurement Business Partners, you will help business areas plan and undertake procurements and contract management effectively, manage risks and meet Australian Government requirements. You will drive the continued uplift of procurement and contract management practice at DPS.
Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits
Work Model: On Site. Details: This position requires onsite work at one of the DPS office locations in Canberra.
Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.
Official Application Information
This vacancy is an authentic Australian Public Service opening listed through APS Jobs for Department of Parliamentary Services. Applications must be lodged before the official closing date: 29 October 2026 (11:59 PM AEDT).
