Trainee Buyer
Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
As a Training Buyer at Worley, you will support the development and delivery of procurement strategies that align with our purpose of delivering a more sustainable world. This entry-level role is designed for individuals beginning their professional journey in procurement and supply chain management. You will work closely with cross-functional teams—including engineering, planning, quality, and health and safety—to ensure that procurement activities support timely project delivery and quality outcomes. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to global sustainability-focused projects while gaining foundational experience in procurement processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand purchase order requirements and ensure supplier compliance with agreed terms.
- Engage with suppliers to track progress and maintain delivery schedules for data, manufacturing, and material and equipment logistics.
- Assist in monitoring and reporting on supplier performance, ensuring that all procurement activities support safety, quality, and sustainability goals.
- Support coordination efforts between procurement and project teams to enable forward-looking insights into delivery timelines and risk mitigation strategies.
- Participate in procurement documentation processes, learning to prepare accurate, complete, and compliant purchasing records.
- Develop a foundational understanding of procurement tools, systems, and reporting mechanisms used in a global engineering environment.
- Operate under direct supervision with daily guidance, and contribute to team efforts with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLSET
- A university degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline such as Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly to peers and supervisors.
- Eagerness to learn and apply procurement principles in a global project environment.
- Basic understanding of procurement systems and workflows, with an openness to further development in digital tools and data-centric solutions.
- High level of organizational skills, with an ability to follow structured processes and maintain accuracy in documentation.
- Commitment to upholding health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards in alignment with Worley’s values.
- A collaborative mindset, aligned with Worley’s ambition to be a global leader in sustainability solutions.
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Moving forward together
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.