About Greater Western Water
We’re water… and more.
GWW is a Victorian government owned water corporation that provides an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia, stretching from Melbourne’s CBD to Lancefield in the north and Bacchus Marsh in the west. Click here to learn more
Benefits
- We embrace flexibility and connection with a balance of on-site and WFH
- Free onsite parking (subject to availability)
- Gender neutral, 16-week parental leave available from commencement
- Monthly work life balance day off to treat yourself (if full-time)
- Free income protection and salary continuance insurance
- Access to corporate health insurance deals with major providers
- Wellbeing, prayer, and sensory rooms in the Footscray and Sunbury office
The opportunity
We are seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to join Greater Western Water (GWW) as Head of Procurement & Property, a critical senior role within the Business Services Function and a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this role provides enterprise-wide leadership of a centralised procurement and property management function, shaping how GWW delivers value, manages risk, and enables its strategic objectives.
The Head of Procurement & Property will drive operational excellence, uplift organisational maturity, and deliver measurable business value to GWW. The role works at the centre of the business, fostering strong cross‑functional partnerships and building trusted relationships with key external stakeholders to support sustainable, commercially sound outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead GWW’s enterprise‑wide procurement, contract/supplier management, and property management teams, acting as Chief Procurement Officer.
- Develop and deliver sourcing, contract management, supplier management, and property strategies that optimise value, manage risk, and support organisational priorities.
- Oversee complex procurement processes, including sourcing strategies, tendering, contract management, RFx development and end‑to‑end delivery.
- Establish and mature business capability around strategic supplier relationships, and uplift utilisation of supplier panels to drive value and performance.
- Provide strategic advice to the Executive and Senior Leadership Team on investment decisions and third‑party engagements.
- Deliver cost savings through strategic planning, expenditure analysis, and alternative sourcing opportunities.
- Balance compliance with VGPB requirements with delivering on business outcomes. Ensure effective governance takes place across all procurement and property activities.
- Oversee large portfolio of land and building holdings, including development of long term property strategies.
- Partner with OH&S, Cyber Security, and internal stakeholders to embed safety, security, and 3rd party risk management.
- Lead and develop a high‑performing, collaborative team, driving continuous improvement and capability uplift aligned to GWW’s values and strategy.
Skills & Experience
- Expert knowledge of strategic sourcing, vendor management, contracting, and property management with a strong focus on value, governance, and risk management.
- Demonstrated expertise in project‑based contract management, particularly in construction and/or technology.
- Significant commercial acumen across procurement, 3rd party dispute resolution, and property negotiations.
- Proven experience building and leading an enterprise‑wide procurement function in a large, complex organisation.
- Experience operating at senior management level, providing strategic advice and leading high‑performing teams.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse, high‑performing workforce.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building trusted, long‑term relationships.
- Highly developed communication skills, including presenting clear recommendations to senior audiences.
- High level of professionalism, judgement, and integrity, including maintaining confidentiality.
- Experience as business lead for the design and development of a procurement capability within an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution.
See yourself thrive
Our vision for GWW is Thriving People and Country. We aim to be as diverse as the communities we serve and are deeply committed to building a workplace where everybody thrives. We’re supportive, inclusive, and friendly, and value everyone for who they are and what they can bring.
We’re seeking applicants across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities, and will make reasonable adjustments as required, so please talk to us about what you need.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.
Don’t delay your application, include your resume, and cover letter (no more than 1 page), shortlisting will commence early!
The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including reference checks, medical assessments, a national police check, and verification of working rights in Australia.
