Contracts Officer

1 week ago


Ipswich, Australia Ipswich City Council Full time

**About us**

Ipswich 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. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**About the role**

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

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- Undertake procurement activities to deliver goods and services to council business areas and the wider community
- Provide internal advice and strategy in relation to contracting approaches
- Facilitate forward planning with key stakeholders to ensure goods and services are delivered on time and on budget
- Undertake research to help identify and drive better value, efficiencies, and practice improvements

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- A passion for 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
- An excellent fit with our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

**About the benefits**

This is a temporary, full-time position, Level 5 with a salary commencing at $93,169 plus superannuation of up to 12.25%.
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Salary packaging**: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 2 July 2024

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

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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