Purchasing Administrator

Demonstrated excellent organisational and time management skills.

High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong commitment to delivering customer-focused service.

Proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.

Demonstrated initiative, with the ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and apply sound judgement.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial/accounting systems.

Click here for the Position Description.

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.

Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.

Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

If you’re passionate about compassionate care, innovation, and community wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 17 September 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Cassandra Cook on 0481 420 888.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.