Procurement and Contracts Support Officer

Procurement and Contracts Support Officer

Company Information

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is known for luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and is a breathtaking and very unique part of Australia.  The Shire is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply. 

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for providing quality procurement and contract management support functions that enhances sustainable procurement through the Shire, and represents the Shire in a professional manner at all times.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications required for the role

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, which facilitate interaction, cooperation and trust with relevant groups and individuals to achieve desired outcomes and to establish and maintain strong and productive working relationships;
• Possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills that result in effective and appropriate communication with a broad range of people internal and external to the Shire, including the proven ability to communicate recommendations clearly and succinctly and the ability to prepare procurement-related documents;
• Demonstrated high level organisational skills, which facilitate the succinct management of the Shire’s procurement and contract management functions, with particular focus on meeting competing deadlines and KPI’s;
• A demonstrated ability to improve and enhance processes and practices, and to add value to the team, Directorate and organisation while working independently under broad direction to meet strict deadlines;
• Proven ability to work under pressure, use initiative, and be well organised with the ability to work in a confidential manner; and
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Microsoft applications.

• Formal Business Administration Qualifications (minimum certificate III level) in procurement, business, commerce, or related discipline and/or equivalent industry experience;
• An acceptable National Police Clearance; 
• Current unrestricted Western Australian ‘C’ Class drivers’ licence.

• Experience in local government procurement processes;
• Working knowledge of the relevant provisions of the Local Government Act 1995 and associated legislation relevant to procurement functions;
• Experience in a similar role;
• Ability to interpret a range of legislation that is often complex in nature; 
• Knowledge or experience using IT Vision SynergySoft software.

A copy of the full position description applicable to this vacancy can also be found at the bottom of this page. 

Housing & Relocation

This position is not eligible for any assistance with housing or relocation. As such, applicants are strongly advised to make themselves aware of relevant accommodation and relocation options and costs that may be applicable to them should they be successful prior to submitting an application. 

Benefits of working for SWEK

Working for the Shire means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive salary package, you will also enjoy:

• 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• up to 5% matching superannuation contributions for additional employee contributions made (in addition to the statutory 11% amount)
• the ability to salary package rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 10 public holidays
• 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year (accrued on Christmas Day & Good Friday)
• access to regular rostered days off (if working permanent full-time hours)
• Shire provided work uniforms and PPE
• opportunities for professional development and training
• 24/7/365 free and confidential access to SWEK's Employee Assistance Program (access also extended to members of SWEK employee's immediate family and households members)
• free benefits such as annual flu vaccinations and skin checks offered as a part of SWEK's Health and Wellbeing Program
• complimentary memberships for permanent staff to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool 

APPLY NOW!

If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Felicity Heading, the Shire’s Director Corporate Services, for a confidential discussion on 08 9168 4100 or Felicity.Heading@swek.wa.gov.au if there's more that you'd like to know.

*Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.

Attachments:
- 2003- Position Description - Procurement and Contracts Support Officer - March 2024.pdf