Job description

Your new company

Hays is partnering with a Federal Government agency to source experienced Procurement and Commercial professionals for a range of upcoming contract opportunities supporting nationally significant programs. We are seeking high-calibre procurement practitioners across APS5 to EL2 equivalent levels to provide specialist procurement, commercial and contract management expertise within a complex Commonwealth environment.

Your new role

Multiple roles are available with one Federal Government department for procurement professionals with an active NV1 security clearance across the APS5 to EL2 equivalent levels. You will bring strong knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs), experience delivering end-to-end procurements, tender evaluations and contract management activities, and the ability to provide trusted procurement and commercial advice to stakeholders. Opportunities are available across Procurement Officer, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Advisor, Senior Procurement Advisor, Commercial Advisor, Contract Manager, Procurement Lead and Category Manager disciplines.

What you'll need to succeed

If you have current Federal Government procurement experience and hold an active NV1 clearance, we would welcome a confidential discussion regarding these opportunities.

What you'll get in return

  • Contract engagements of up to 12 months

  • Opportunities across Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne

  • Work on complex and high-profile government procurement activities

  • Competitive hourly rates aligned to capability and experience

  • Opportunities ranging from APS5 through to EL2 equivalent levels

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.


Janelle Kelly, Associate Director
Recruiting experts in Procurement
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Job Summary

  • Published on: 15 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Procurement
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Temporary
  • Salary:
  • Location: ACT - Canberra
  • Job Nature: Temporary

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: ACT - Canberra