Metro is a multi-award winning organisation and we pride ourselves on our team of honest, high performing professionals who are talented, inclusive and safety focused and who are at the core of our success. You will be part of an organisation that is known as a global leader in its field but also prides itself on being dynamic, embracing new technologies and focused on customer service. Our aim is to promote work/life balance feel comfortable to bring their best to work, and to truly be focused on a common goal which is to provide a world class railway service.

As the Level Crossing Removal Project continues to deliver a safer and more efficient train network, the Metro team involved in this large-scale project is expanding to respond to current and future works. The experience gained in this exciting, multi-disciplinary environment will be valuable to building your career in rail construction.

Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) are now recruiting for a Project Procurement Officer to support current and future projects as part of the South Eastern Program Alliance (SEPA) working on the Level Crossing Removal Project.

Your role will be responsible for the Purchasing / Procurement of goods & materials according to specified quantity, quality and cost requirements, delivered within given timeframes in line with current policies and procedures. You will also act as a primary point of contact to the Projects team for procurement of material related questions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in project pricing development stage as needed by the estimating team and manager.
• Create & Raise requisitions for Goods or Services
• Issue and administer Tenders for supply of specialist equipment & materials
• Raise Recommendations & secure Letting Approvals.
• Maintain materials procurement tracker including expected onsite and delivery dates
• Ensure materials are onsite prior to works
• Negotiate alternative arrangements when unforeseen supply issues arise.
• Engage & work with stakeholders across the team, division and broader organisation ensuring that beneficial relationships are developed and maintained.
• Provide timely and accurate advice to stakeholders and ensure issues are resolved promptly. Follow up on Requests for Quotation and orders to ensure timely arrival onsite, ensuring no risk to the project delivery.

About You:

• Formal studies in Procurement / Purchasing practices are desirable
• Demonstrated procurement or purchasing experience
• Ability to build and foster strong stakeholder relationships
• Ability to analyse data and write and present reports, undertake and complete complex tasks
• Demonstrate a high degree of ingenuity and initiative, strong attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience using computer based supply systems, SAP Ariba (advantageous)
• Ability to interpret customer specifications and requirements

Why work for the Metro Level Crossing Removal Team ?

• Our ongoing involvement in the exciting pipeline of major rail projects
• Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a multi-disciplinary environment
• A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to delivering projects that improve the safety and reliability of Melbourne’s rail network
• Flexible working arrangements, mixture of office and home-based working
• Free Myki Travel
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to build on the career you've developed to date and take it to the next level by making a tangible impact that matters. If what you’ve read resonates with your values, experience, and career aspiration then we want to hear from you.

Please submit your application via our recruitment portal by Tuesday 16th of May, 2023 to be considered for this position.

Metro Trains is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity. We encourage all interested applicants to apply but please do note only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position