About Seqwater

Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.

As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie .

As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids, we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.

Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it’s about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve, and this is reflected in Our Vision, Water for Life, Our Promise - Safe for Life, and Our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do.

If you want to be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of water management, now is the time to join Seqwater.

About Your Opportunity

As the Procurement Portfolio Manager – Technology you will drive optimal strategic procurement and commercial outcomes, as well as provide leadership and governance counsel the portfolio of technology (incl. DTI and Operational Technology). You will be responsible for the partnering on strategic design and application of procurement process across Seqwater growth and development projects, reflecting an expert understanding of major project development and Queensland Government legislation and major project application. You will bring thought leadership to drive a continuous improvement philosophy and sustainable business environment to Seqwater. Portfolio Value is approximately $38M, with an average transaction value of $16K and approximately 2,500 transactions per annum.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide strategic procurement advice whilst maintaining governance and consistency
• with procurement policies and manage the procurement transaction through to award.
• Lead the early engagement of procurement and planning for major projects, including risk
• assessment, strategy development, and implementation of commercial processes.
• Provide expert advice and coordination to senior leaders on market sounding activities,
• procurement processes, and resource management to ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop category management strategies that align with business goals.
• Establish long-term plans for each category, setting clear objectives and performance
• metrics to track progress and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Lead supplier performance management by conducting regular reviews, implementing
• scorecards and metrics, and ensuring alignment with business expectations.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will possess:  

Essentials

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, law, finance or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Significant experience in the development of complex contractual arrangements and, sourcing methodologies in a capital intensive or major project development environment.
• Extensive experience in a commercial role within the construction industry, particularly in the management of large-scale infrastructure projects
• Extensive contract management experience from a supplier’s and customer’s perspective particularly in relation to engineering services, construction, goods and services; with a broad knowledge of Australian contract law in a capital-intensive environment.
• Extensive experience with the development and implementation of supply optimisation strategies, procedures, and negotiation strategies
• Extensive experience managing supplier and customer relationships.
• Extensive experience in leading and managing procurement activities as they relate to the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects.

Desirables

• Post Graduate qualifications in business management, logistics and supply chain and/or contract management.
• Experience working on large scale infrastructure project > $100 million.

This position will be offered as an individual TFR package with an attractive salary and is a 2 year fixed term contract.

Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other medical/character requirements. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible. Each application will be considered on its merits.

For a more detailed preview of the work that you will be involved in for this role, feel free to take a look at the position description on our careers page - careers.seqwater.com.au   We also invite you to connect with us on LinkedIn and join our growing community of followers to see all the latest news and job opportunities as and when they happen - https://www.linkedin.com/company/seqwater/

If you are looking for an extraordinary career in which you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Work For Us? 

At Seqwater we care.  

We offer competitive pay and job security while prioritising the health and wellbeing of our employees through initiatives such as immunisation programs and skin checks. Our flexible hybrid working options help you balance your career with your personal life. 

You’ll benefit from discounted memberships, ongoing professional development opportunities, and generous leave options, including the ability to purchase additional leave. 

At Seqwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity, ensuring everyone feels included, respected, and treated fairly. 

To apply

Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.

Applications close: 11:55PM AEST, 11:55PM AEST, Monday 27th January 2025

For further information please email enquiries to recruitment@seqwater.com.au

Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email.