Procurement Governance and Contracts Coordinator, Clerk 7/8, Wollongong
- Work in a volunteer-based agency supporting communities of NSW
- Join a high-performing, friendly team
- Full time ongoing role
- Location: Wollongong with opportunity to enjoy a hybrid working arrangement
About the opportunity
The SES is seeking an experienced Procurement Governance and Contracts Coordinator to lead the agency’s procurement governance, compliance and reporting functions, ensuring alignment with NSW Government policies. This role oversees procurement accreditation, contract register management and purchasing activities, while developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and category management plans.
The role provides expert, data-driven advice that supports staff across the agency. It requires the ability to navigate complex governance requirements, maintain high levels of accuracy and compliance, and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast paced, stakeholder focused environment.
About the NSW SES
Our Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.
Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.
The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW. Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well- trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.
With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more here
About you
To be successful in this role you will:
- Experience in governance and reporting in Procurement within a complex environment
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of NSW Procurement Framework and policies.
- Experience in using financial tools such as SAP or similar systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise documents
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused mindset
- A commitment to integrity, accountability and continuous improvement
What we can offer you
- You will enjoy a 35-hour work week, with the potential for flexible work arrangements.
- You can enjoy a hybrid work environment, time in the office and time working from home.
- Attractive salary range of $113,574to $125,720 plus 12% superannuation and leave loading
- Our work is meaningful and rewarding. The SES’s mission is saving lives and creating safer communities and you can be an important part of our work.
- We have attractive leave entitlements including parental, sick, flex and recreation leave.
- We care about our people. We have Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services to support our people and operational and leadership training and development opportunities to develop our people. Some of these include:
- Fitness Passport
- LinkedIn Learning
- Member Assist Program for free confidential counselling support
- Flu vaccine program.
You Belong Here
- We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
- We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work.
- If you require reasonable adjustments, we are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment processes and in the workplace, If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] for confidential advice on options.
How to apply
Your application should include as separate attachments:
- A cover letter (maximum of two page) briefly responding to the essential requirements and outlining your skills and suitability to the role.
- An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role
Want to know more?
If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact David Coulston - Senior Manager Procurement and Logistics –
[email protected].
The role description is available here.
Talent Pool
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months. Further information here
Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 5th July 2026
