Procurement Manager

About Marinus Link

Marinus Link is a vital infrastructure project connecting Tasmania and Victoria via electricity and telecommunications, contributing significantly to Australia's renewable energy future. Currently in its Manufacturing, Construction, and Commissioning phase, it supports national emission reduction goals and job creation during peak construction.

Role Overview

Join Marinus Link as a Procurement Manager within the Finance & Commercial team, based in Hobart or Melbourne. This permanent, full-time role involves leadership of comprehensive procurement and contracting activities, guiding sourcing processes from strategy through execution while ensuring adherence to governance and commercial standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage complex sourcing and tendering activities from planning to contract award.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to achieve commercial objectives, provide procurement counsel, and engage with Legal where necessary.
• Negotiate, prepare, and administer contracts, overseeing claims, variations, and contract performance issues.
• Develop and review detailed scope documents, focusing on professional service engagements.
• Maintain and evolve standard contract templates, documentation, and procedures for Marinus Link.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary tender evaluations ensuring governance, probity, and documentation quality.
• Create procurement reports, including dashboards and executive summaries covering risk, status, and realized savings for informed leadership decisions.
• Seek opportunities to enhance procurement efficiency, savings, and organizational capability.
• Foster effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support successful delivery.
• Operate within approved Delegations of Authority, preparing reports for Procurement Review Group and Board on various procurement topics.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrates commitment to safety aligned with Marinus Link's Culture Charter.
• Possesses relevant tertiary qualifications such as economics, law, engineering, quantity surveying, business, or commerce.
• Holds minimum seven years' experience managing end-to-end procurement for large-scale infrastructure, construction, or utility projects.
• Strong expertise in procurement governance, tender processes, contract management, and commercial risk mitigation; familiarity with security of payment laws in Victoria and Tasmania is advantageous.
• Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, communication, and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities managing multiple sourcing efforts within complex, multi-year programs.
• Experienced in preparing procurement reports and presenting commercial insights to senior leadership.
• Proficient with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Folio, InEight, or similar ERP, contract management, and e-sourcing platforms.
• Background in utilities, major projects, infrastructure sectors, or legal and quantity surveying disciplines is favorable.

Workplace and Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements with offices in Melbourne, Hobart, Traralgon, and Burnie, accommodating discussions for individual needs.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs including in-house specialists, private health insurance discounts, gym rebates, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Commitment to career growth through ongoing tailored learning and development opportunities.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter by 14 August 2026, detailing their project understanding, interest, and relevant experience. Enquiries can be directed to the Marinus Link careers team.

Diversity and Inclusion

Marinus Link is dedicated to an inclusive workplace valuing diversity and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. Reasonable adjustments are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.