Senior Procurement Officer

Senior Procurement Officer

Permanent Full Time

Package Value - $81,213.68 to $87,746.40 per annum

Council is seeking applications to fill the full time position of Senior Procurement Officer. Applications will be received until Friday 22 October, 2021. Late applications may not be considered.

The Position

The position is responsible for ensuring that goods and services are procured throughout the organisation according to legislative requirements, specified quantity, quality and cost requirements, and delivered within given timeframes. The role will also be required to identify, review, advise on and implement best practice procurement activities and processes. The role will also supervise and support the Stores officer with general stores duties including the receivables, and issuing stock whilst adhering to all policies, procedures and legislation.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful applicant will need excellent communication and people skills and a thorough understanding of procurement processes. The incumbent will also need a high level of organizational skills and the ability to read and interpret legislation.

Demonstrated experience in a similar role is desirable along with knowledge of Local Government legislation relating to procurement.

Salary and Conditions

The position is classified as a Level 5-6 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 and offers an annual salary (including allowances and leave loading) of $73,938.88 - $79,884.00. This position will receive 5 weeks annual leave including leave loading of 17.5%, 15 days sick leave, 9 day fortnight, Rostered-Day-Off system, salary sacrifice options, ongoing training and professional development and superannuation of up to 12% of salary is also available upon commencement.

Applications

Applications must include a current resume, 2 work related references and a letter addressing how you meet the position requirements. For further information on how to apply please visit Council’s website www.longreach.qld.gov.au and click on the link under “Information on how to Apply.” Applications can be emailed to assist@longreach.qld.gov.au

Commitment to EEO and WH&S

Longreach Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe work environment for all staff.

In achieving these goals, it is a mandatory requirement for successful applicants to satisfactorily pass a Federal Police Check and medical screening.

Council operates under a Drug and Alcohol Policy and the successful applicant may be required to undertake a drug and alcohol test, with a clear result, before an offer of employment is made.

Longreach Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer.