Contract Officer

5 days ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

The Contract Officer supports the implementation of the contract lifecycle from contract set-up to contract close-out. The role is responsible for undertaking market analysis, negotiating and managing contracts, and establishing productive and respectful relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander suppliers to meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.

  • Participate in relevant end to end procurement practices as they relate to regional operations to ensure quality responsive service within legislative and regulatory frameworks.
  • Establish, negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers within a human services environment.
  • Build and maintain productive and respectful working relationships with a diverse range of suppliers to ensure a quality responsive service is delivered to our vulnerable clients.
  • Provide advice and information to suppliers and departmental staff regarding investment specifications, quality assurance systems and accountability requirements.
  • Monitor service delivery by suppliers and/or licensed organisations to ensure compliance with contracts, program guidelines, legislation and other departmental requirements.
  • Monitor individual care services covered by a licence and undertake inspections.
  • Identify, monitor and implement remedial action to improve supplier performance and recognise when issues need to be escalated.
  • Negotiate renewal, variations and ending of contracts with suppliers.
  • Assess applications for funding from suppliers in accordance with legislative frameworks and program objectives.
  • Work collaboratively with key internal business areas to ensure value and quality of service delivery.
  • Professionally represent the department at forums with key stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Prepare briefs, plans, quotes, correspondence and other departmental reports in a timely and professional manner, consistent with departmental guidelines.

Mandatory Requirement

  • It is mandatory for Contract Officer applicants to undergo criminal history screening under the blue card system administered by the Queensland Public Safety Business Agency.
  • Ability to undertake travel and possession of a current C class driver;s license.

Other Requirements

  • Formal procurement, purchasing and/or contract management accreditation is well regarded (i.e. Queensland Purchasing, QGCPO, CIPS or similar), or have the ability to acquire this accreditation. Location Rockhampton and will consider Emerald, Gladstone, Hervey Bay or Maroochydore.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Occupational group
Contract Management

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