About the Role
This is an opportunity to step into a pivotal role supporting Ventia’s operations across Australia. As Purchasing Officer, you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end purchasing of goods and services, ensuring all activity aligns with Ventia’s policies, standards and operational requirements.
Based in our Toowoomba CBD office, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team environment where accuracy, efficiency and strong relationships matter. This role offers stability, variety and the chance to build a long-term career with a leading essential services organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Processing purchase requisitions received from internal stakeholders
- Obtaining quotes and coordinating supplier pricing
- Creating, issuing and managing Purchase Orders
- Processing invoices and supporting accurate financial records
- Collating, entering and maintaining purchasing data
- Following up queries with internal teams and departments
- Sourcing materials from internal warehouses and external suppliers
Why Join Ventia
Ventia is one of the largest essential service providers across Australia and New Zealand, offering genuine career pathways and long-term job security. You’ll be supported to grow, contribute and feel part of a team that values collaboration and performance.
Our people enjoy:
- Permanent employment with long-term stability
- A friendly and inclusive team culture with regular social events
- Free onsite parking (first come, first served)
- Paid parental leave
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Access to Ventia’s extensive benefits portal, including discounts with over 450 retailers, novated leasing options, private health insurance discounts and credit savings
- Free, confidential 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program and Healthy Minds Program
Skills and Experience
This role suits someone with strong transferable skills and a practical, detail-focused approach. Experience in areas such as parts interpreting, warehousing, sales, customer service or retail will be highly regarded.
You’ll also bring:
- Strong computer skills with confidence using the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Outlook and Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing tasks
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment
- Strong organisational skills and effective time management
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
Position Reference Number:167001
