Contracts Officer

5 months ago


Ipswich, Australia Ipswich City Council Full time

**About us**

Neighbouring the Queensland capital of Brisbane, Ipswich is both the state’s fastest growing area and oldest provincial city. It is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity.

Ipswich City Council currently employs more than 1200 people and promotes a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Council teams operate across a range of industries delivering a wide range of services to the community, with one common purpose:

- ‘To proudly enhance the quality of life for our community'_

We achieve this by embedding our values in all that we do. Our high performing teams are making a positive difference in the community, and you can be a part of history in shaping the future of this region, which is a catalyst for major growth.

**About the role**

As Contracts Officer you will be part of the Procurement team and will be responsible for tender and contract management activities on behalf of Council. Your main focus will be on the goods and services category of spend, legislative compliance, conducting tender processes and collaborative contract management of Council suppliers.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Undertaking procurement activities to deliver goods and services to Council business areas and the wider community
- Providing internal advice and strategy in relation to contracting approaches
- Facilitating forward planning with key stakeholders to ensure goods and services are delivered on time and on budget
- Using actionable data & intelligence to help identify and drive better value, efficiencies, and practice improvements

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- An excellent fit with our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership
- An emotionally intelligent approach to working collaboratively in a team environment
- Five or more years active experience in a similar role, preferably in a public sector capacity
- The ability to be resilient, solutions-focussed, and capable of developing solid working relationships with key stakeholders across Council

**What's on offer?**

This is a permanent, full-time position, Level 5 with a salary commencing at $90,018 plus superannuation of up to 12.25%.
- Joining Council as a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive and constructive workplace culture
- Genuine demonstrated commitment to flexible work
- Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- Ongoing learning and development and career opportunities
- A range of progressive health and wellbeing services

If you feel you are a good fit with our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

**How to Apply**

Please submit:

- a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how and why your skills and experience will assist Council to achieve the results required for this role
- a resume of no more than 4 pages

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position (which may include police record checks).

**_This process may be utilised to fill any other procurement vacancies that may become available in the 12 months that follow recruitment, at the same level or below with the same or similar duties and responsibilities._**

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination and violence.



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