Procurement Support Officer

• Varied position providing vital procurement and contract administration support
• Be part of a friendly team committed to excellence in service and compliance
• Contribute to exciting business improvement initiatives & systems change

We're on the lookout for a motivated and detail-focused Procurement Support Officer to join our Governance & Risk team. If you enjoy variety, work well with others and take pride in getting things right, this role could be a great fit. You'll help keep our procurement processes, systems and reporting running smoothly during an exciting period of change and improvement.

In the Governance & Risk team, we're committed to delivering quality work - but we also know it's even better when done alongside great people and a strong sense of team spirit. That's why we value initiative and the confidence to take ownership. If you bring a professional manner, a flexible mindset and a can-do attitude, we'd love to hear from you

The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other.

Job Description:

As our Procurement Support Officer, you'll be an important part of ensuring the Shire's procurement activities are well-planned, compliant and deliver value for our community. You'll assist with end-to-end tender and quotation processes - from advertising and evaluation through to awarding - as well as assist with procurement meetings, keep accurate records and provide clear guidance to staff on purchasing thresholds and requirements.

Your role will also include supporting contract administration, maintaining supplier and contract registers, updating procurement templates and policies and assisting with major project procurement. It's a role that requires balancing multiple priorities, exercising discretion with sensitive matters and building productive relationships with both internal teams and external suppliers.

With the Shire rolling out new systems and improving procurement practices, you'll have the chance to contribute ideas, support change and work closely with colleagues across the organisation. Your initiative, attention to detail and collaborative approach will be key to making it a success.

The rewards:

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Flexibility and support
• Investment in you and your career
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected
• Full time, 19-day work month
• A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety
• Base annual salary $72,979 per annum
• Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution
• Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts

For position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Procurement Support Officer (314KB).

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Desired Skills and Experience:

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire's HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Strong administration experience, ideally in a procurement or compliance-related role
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance and build positive relationships
• Good numerical and literacy skills
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain accuracy

Please submit a cover letter with your application outlining your interest in the role and how your procurement, administration and/or business process skills and experience make you a great fit for our team.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on to discuss. 

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Tahlia Shipley, Manager Governance & Risk, on

Applications close:

9.00am on Tuesday 9 September 2025.

The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.