Waste Contracts Specialist

4 weeks ago

Liverpool, Australia Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia Full time

Overview

WHY US? Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.

Job Details

Permanent, Full-Time position • 35 hours • 5 days per week (Monday – Friday) • Competitive Salary - $102,853.98 - $112,701.67 pa + 12% super.

Job Description

Are you an experienced contracts professional ready to make a real impact in the Circular Economy space? Liverpool City Council is looking for a Waste Contracts Specialist to lead the management of high-value and high-risk contracts, ensuring compliance, maximising value, and driving better outcomes for our community. This role involves:

- Develop, maintain and apply Council’s Contract Management system to align with best practice, legislation, and industry standards.
- Manage all major waste contracts from acceptance through to renewal or close out, including performance monitoring, risk mitigation and dispute resolution.
- Provide expert advice to project managers, procurement teams, and senior leadership on commercial terms, governance structures, and supplier performance strategies.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers to drive performance improvements and deliver organisational benefits.
- Develop and deliver contract management training programs for Council staff.

About You

What we’re looking for:

- Tertiary qualifications in law, contract management or related field, or significant senior-level experience.
- Strong background in contract administration, procurement and dispute resolution.
- Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Ability to balance compliance, probity and risk with innovative solutions.

We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to ensure your application addresses the requirements of the position. The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant. All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check. Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential. To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First Nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application. A copy of the position description can be requested from the Council.

Closing

Closing date: 03/10/2025

Be part of creating the future. For further information about the position please contact Archana Maharjan, CEC Coordinator, on 02 8711 7711.

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