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Purchasing Officer
Rockhampton
Kickstart your career as a Purchasing Officer in the vibrant heart of Rockhampton!
Join CQ Health’s dynamic Supply and Procurement team, where you’ll play a vital role in powering the operations of Central Queensland’s leading health services. Your day-to-day will involve streamlining purchasing processes, building strong relationships with vendors and clients, and ensuring seamless supply chain management, all while working in a supportive, innovative environment.
Experience with S4Hana is a bonus, but your enthusiasm and commitment are what we’re looking for! Apply now!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO3 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK5H654613 |
| Closing date | 31-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Grace Maguire |
| Contact details | (07) 4920 7375 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Supply and Procurement team reports through the Chief Finance Officer (CFO), Assets and Commercial Services. The team plays an integral role in the effective management of the supply chain, sourcing and procurement for the Hospital and Health Service (HHS). The team is responsible to deliver optimal imprest and purchasing outcomes and provide strategic advice and oversight of all imprest and purchasing undertaken with the HHS. We support the operations in ensuring they meet compliance and probity guidelines and provide support and education to ensure everyone is accountable for their responsibilities within the HHS.
About the role:
The Purchasing Officer will work within a small team of Purchasing Officers in the efficient delivery of transactional purchasing activity for Central Queensland Health and Hospital Services (CQHHS).
About you:
- While not mandatory, experience in the use of S4Hana or similar operating systems would be highly desirable.
- Well-developed understanding of the procurement function and accountabilities within a complex organisation.
- Proven ability to operate effectively in S4Hana or similar operating system.
- High level of communication and negotiation skills.
- Capacity to contribute to a skilled and service-oriented team environment.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $97,656 is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $38.81 - $43.16 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits
- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5H654613
Applications close: Sunday, 31 August 2025
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 11) 2022.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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RK5H654613 - Purchasing Officer (PDF, 331KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
