Permanent Part-time (26.6 hours per week)

• Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thriving regional City committed to organisational excellence?
• Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges and learn from the best?
• We work together with you to create a culture based on respect, trust and inclusiveness.
• We embrace flexible working conditions and are always open to discussing your individual requirements so that you get to create your own experience with us.
• A leading survey recently found Mandurah is one of the top 10 domestic regions Australians would choose to work from when working remotely.

Imagine a future with us

The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main cultural ambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only support and empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunities but foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilst considering the impact to our beautiful environment. At the City of Mandurah we are building a thriving City connected to its people and nature, delivering possibility for everyone.

At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, are fair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster an inclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We’re committed to continually building a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achieve their full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.

But enough about us, let’s talk about you

We are in the market for an experienced and qualified Contracts Administrator, you are passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge. At CoM we strive to embrace change as our norm and therefore require a person who is innovative, agile, proactive and enthusiastic.

An exciting opportunity is available within our Commercial Services team for an individual with a strong background in administration and experience in managing commercial contracts. In this role, you’ll be part of the City’s Contract Services team, delivering contract administration support to the City’s Contract Managers as an integral part of the centre-led procurement and contracts function.

What impact will you make?

• You are friendly, supportive and actively listen to the needs of others.
• You enjoy working with people, can build strong relationships and are open to the opinions of others.
• You set challenging but realistic goals, reflect and learn from experiences and problem solve to get the job done.
• You have a welcoming and respectful customer service disposition when dealing with both your internal and external customers, our community.
• Ability to “think outside the box” and be flexible in the delivery of services to meet our community’s evolving expectations.

What can you bring to the team?

To be successful you will have:

• Certificate IV in Contract or Procurement Management or related field.
• A current unrestricted C class national driver’s licence.
• Three years relevant work experience in a similar role, preferably in Local Government.
• Well-developed administration skills including experience with the Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to contribute to the development and implementation of documentation and procedures relating to contract management, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Understanding of legislative compliance requirements, probity considerations and their relationships with contracting concepts.
• Sound knowledge and competence in the tender, contract management and administration processes used within Local Government.
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills including financial analysis skills.
• Well developed ability to influence at all levels and facilitate consensus.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and strict confidentiality.
• Ability to manage and prioritise individual work responsibilities to achieve target outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively individually and cooperate with others in a team.

The finer details

This part-time (26.6 hours per week) Level 5 position attracts a pro-rata salary range of $90,690 - $96,605 gross per annum dependent on qualifications and experience. All applications received are reviewed on merit. Where applicants do not meet all the requirements of the attached position description including qualifications/licences, a revised classification and associated remuneration may be offered.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style, and if you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. For further information or any enquiries, please contact Paige Wells, Coordinator Contracts Services on (08) 9550 3918.

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Why work with us?

You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer of choice and one of Western Australia’s fastest growing local authorities. Our vision at the City is “Woven by waterways, a City that is thriving and connected to its people and nature” and all our employees instil the values of connected, integrity, excellence, courage and innovate.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

There are many advantages in working for the City, including:

• A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions including salary sacrificing options.
• Access to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perth by train and car.
• Superannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments with matching additional contributions made by the City in accordance with the City’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Health & wellbeing initiatives, including free recreation centre membership.
• Discounted medical insurance
• Learning and Development opportunities to fuel your amazingness and take your career to the next level
• Flexible working hours including 9-day fortnight, 19-day month and working from home options.
• Transparent performance framework – approach your work with confidence in how you're tracking, working to professional development plans agreed on by you and your line manager.
• Generous leave entitlements – provisions for many forms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental, study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate and bereavement leave.
• Employee Assistance Program support – you are encouraged to use this free short-term, confidential counselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress, relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues. It is also available for financial counselling and retirement planning.
• A vibrant Employee Reward & Recognition Program
• Did we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporate uniform and much more!

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer