Procurement Officer
City Of Nedlands
Posted 3 days ago
About the City
The City of Nedlands is located 7km from the Perth CBD and includes a diverse range of features from the beautiful river foreshore of Dalkeith and Nedlands to the crisp white sands of Swanbourne beach. With a dedicated workforce of professional service providers, we are committed to ensuring the City of Nedlands is a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community with a high standard of local services and facilities.
About the role
Reporting to the Coordinator of Procurement and Contracts, the Procurement Officer will play a key role in supporting City Officers with the acquisition of goods and services. You will guide procurement and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, while upholding transparency and accountability throughout the process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and support the development of tenders, quotations, and contracts.
- Maintain and monitor the City’s procurement and contracts registers.
- Provide guidance on contract management, including handling variations and contract closures.
- Drive efficiency and continuous improvement in procurement operations and processes.
About the successful candidate
To be successful in this role, you will have a thorough knowledge of procurement and contract management policies, legislation, and best practices. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship building skills are essential.
Other requirements include:
- A tertiary qualification in Commerce, Management, Law, or equivalent experience.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with computerised procurement systems.
- A current National Police Certificate.
- Previous experience in procurement and contract administration, preferably within the public sector.
What we offer
This permanent, full-time position offers a cash salary of $81,874 - $95,241 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, plus superannuation.
- 5 weeks Annual Leave.
- Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary carer / 2 weeks partner leave).
- Up to 13.5% superannuation contributions.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program & Healthy Workplace Initiatives.
- Fitness Passport wellness program access.
- Private health insurance corporate discounts.
- Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice options.
Additional details
Please read the position description to ensure a full understanding of the role. Applications must include a covering letter and resume demonstrating your suitability for the role.
Candidates must have valid work rights in Australia.
Confidential enquiries can be directed to Gabor Bronson, Coordinator Procurement and Contracts on (08) 9273 3500.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online via the City’s website before 5pm AWST, Monday 12 May 2025
Please note that early applications are highly recommended as the City reserves the right to close applications and appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.
About City Of Nedlands
The City of Nedlands is situated just 7km from Perth and stretches from the banks of the beautiful Swan River to the edge of the Indian Ocean. A population of over 21,000 live in the suburbs Nedlands, Dalkeith, Mt Claremont, Swanbourne, Karrakatta, and parts of Floreat and Shenton Park. Information for new residents is available to help you settle in comfortably.
On 1 July, 1959 the City of Nedlands was proclaimed at the command of Governor Sir Charles Gairdner, in the packed Dalkeith Civic Hall. Mr Allan Jenkins read out the proclamation and the Minister for Local Government, Mr Leslie Logan, M.L.C. conducted the official swearing in ceremony of the new Mayor, John Charles Smith, the twelve new Councillors and the auditors. He then appointed Mr Allan Jenkins as the City's first Town Clerk. Among those present was MLA for Nedlands, Deputy Premier Charles Court.
Significant events and dates that contributed to the development of the City of Nedlands:
1893: The first move to establish Local Government in our area with the creation of the Claremont Road Board on 31 March, 1893, governing a total area of ten square miles; forty years after the death of Adam Armstrong, Nedlands' first resident.
1898: Approximately two square miles excised to form the Municipality of Claremont.
1932: Name changed from Claremont Road Board to Nedlands Road Board.
1956: Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the Municipality of Nedlands.
1959: One hundred and thirty years after the first British settlement around the Swan River, Nedlands achieved City status. Name changed from Nedlands Road Board to the City of Nedlands while under the guidance of Mayor John Charles Smith Esq., JP Mayor.
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