Are you a seasoned Procurement Officer looking for a dynamic opportunity to make a substantial impact? Do you possess exceptional communication and negotiation skills, and thrive in optimising purchasing power while maintaining compliance with policies and regulations? This is a Temporary full-time parental leave coverage opportunity until March 2026.

About this opportunity:

As a Procurement Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting our organisation's goals by facilitating procurement activities, providing specialist advice to both internal stakeholders and suppliers. Your objective will be to enhance Council's purchasing power, build strong customer relationships, and ensure continuity in service provision while strictly adhering to procurement policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Sound level experience using procurement Enterprise Systems e.g. SAP, Finance One, CiAnywhere.
• Experience in procurement operations in Government, private sector or other multi-industry organisations.
• Ability to facilitate effective collaborative relationships with internal and external customers.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council offers a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government, with responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employing almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with good quality education and health facilities.

Discover more about the Mackay Region https://www.discovermackay.com.au/

In addition to the above, we also offer the following employee benefits:

• Base hourly rate of $39.65.
• 11.5% superannuation.
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with a 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments.

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role.

Applications Close:

Thursday, 8 May 2025

Having troubles submitted your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.