Procurement and Contract Management Officer

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Procurement and Contract Management Officer

Location: Pilbara / other WACHS locations considered

Unit/Division: WA Country Health Service - WACHS - Central Office

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time or Fixed Term Full Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

This position is based in the Pilbara region, with placement available in Hedland, Karratha or Newman. Other WACHS locations may be considered with regular travel to the Pilbara region.

Position Profile: The Procurement and Contract Management Officer is responsible for managing a portfolio of procurements and contracts to ensure the effective delivery of health services and goods. This role provides specialist advice, support and guidance on procurement and contract management practices, while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards.

Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

The Procurement and Contract Management Directorate supports WACHS in all areas of procurement and contract management, including providing governance, support and advice, developing and managing strategic contracts and providing input into Whole of Health clinical contracts. Our Directorate actively supports and encourages diversity and inclusion across all occupational groups through the development and implementation of initiatives aimed at accessing and improving employment and mentoring opportunities for all people.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (inline with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances
• As a WA Country Health Service employee you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Adverse information will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Please note that completion of a satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required. Any offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you can perform the inherent requirements of the position. See the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2026.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination and to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. We foster a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future. This aligns with the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 provisions and encourages applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth.

For Further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Nick Mildenhall on 0455 323 612.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae summarising your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system-generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.