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Overview

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The role

CBCity is seeking a Graduate Procurement Officer to support the Council’s procurement team. The procurement team at CBCity facilitates the buying of a wide range of essential goods and services that service the Council and the community. You will assist with preparing, issuing, and evaluating procurement documents and contracts, help implement effective procurement strategies, and contribute to the delivery of the annual procurement program, all while ensuring compliance and managing organisational risk.

This is a Temporary Full-Time opportunity, commencing February 2026 for a two-year term.

Responsibilities

- Assist with preparing procurement documents in line with legislation and Council’s procurement policies and procedures.
- Coordinate the publishing of tenders, quotations, and Expressions of Interest, including issuing addenda and clarifications, and collating associated documentation.
- Use electronic procurement systems to manage submissions from lodgement through to evaluation, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
- Support the preparation of procurement recommendation reports and contract documents for senior management in accordance with Council approvals.
- Help maintain procurement resources, including contract registers and user guides for panel contracts.
- Provide routine and ad hoc procurement support to business units, while assisting the Team Leader to implement and monitor systems that ensure compliance, probity, and effective procurement practices.

For a full list of duties, review the position description.

You will have

- A degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline relevant to the role.
- Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- It is desirable, though not essential, that you are proficient in Microsoft Office, possess strong organisational and adaptable communication skills, are confident and personable when engaging with stakeholders, and bring self-motivation, a willingness to learn, and a positive approach to challenges.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $71,820 (Grade D, Step 1) + 12% Super.

Salary is negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What’s on offer

- Temporary Full Time Position
- An Attractive Remuneration Package.
- Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
- Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
- An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Jenny Chia (Team Leader Procurement) at jenny.chia@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

- Resume; and
- Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday 30 September 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.

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