ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
- Personalised career progression plans to help you achieve your goals
- Join a business with an excellent safety record as well as robust systems and process's
- Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme
As the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for the establishment and implementation of systems and processes to ensure all goods and services are procured in a timely and compliant manner. You’ll lead the subcontractor/supplier procurement in order to attain the procurement objectives and optimise the supply chain engagement.
The Project
The project includes the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the plant with first production in 2028. Works include marine works and tunnels, seawater intake system, a seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, groundwater system, drinking water storage and pump system, supported by civil, electrical and bulk earthworks.
Key accountabilities for the position:
- Lead the Procurement a team to execute the wider Procurement strategy, in conjunction with the Alliance team, including strategic planning for key packages and long lead items
- Closely support key stakeholders across the Alliance, to administer the cost planning process, enhance risk management systems and promote opportunities for the Alliance.
- Contribute to Risk and Opportunity systems and lead the development of registers for your area of control to manage and control risk and maximise opportunities.
- Professional management of; Tender Probity, State Government Procurement Policy, Commercial Governance, auditing & reporting, and Business Risk Management.
- Demonstrate leadership and assist in creating and sustaining a culture to develop and retain a high performing team.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Relevant tertiary qualification strongly preferred but not essential.
- Construction, project or manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to execute large procurement programs from concept through implementation, ideally within the construction industry.
- Sound commercial acumen accompanied by proven negotiation and inter-relationship skills.
- Strong knowledge in the full scope of procuring and packaging technical works /materials, from development of scope and RFQ documentation, managing the tendering process, commercial review and working with the contracts team to award of contract.
- Extensive exposure in Contracts negotiation, auditing, compliance and risk management.
- Demonstrated experience leading high performing Contracts Administration and/or Procurement teams.
What we offer
At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Top Skills
What We Do
Leaders in developing regenerative infrastructure to design a better planet.
Our offer covers the whole value chain, from design and construction to operation and maintenance. We develop our business activities based on the desire to contribute to economic and social development in the communities in which we operate.
We execute our sustainability strategy through a Sustainability Master Plan, a road map containing all the initiatives of the Company in this field. Our aim is to lead the transition towards a low-carbon economy, bringing quality criteria and innovation processes to all projects in order to optimize the efficient use of resources and respect the environment.
We have been a carbon neutral company since 2016, but we go further and want to create a positive impact, with people and the planet at the center.
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