Attractive salary range of $87,417 - $99,928 (dependent on skills & experience) PLUS 12% Super

9-day fortnight, 4 weeks Annual Leave, and 15 days Sick Leave

Relocation assistance provided!

Short-term Rental support may be available for the right candidate!

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Proudly Serving Tenterfield – Where Your Work Matters

Tenterfield Shire Council is located in the picturesque New England region of New South Wales and proudly holds the title “Birthplace of the Australian Nation.” As a rural medium-sized council, it offers the perfect mix of lifestyle and career with easy access to Northern NSW’s beaches, Queensland’s Granite Belt, and the wider Brisbane region. Here at Tenterfield Shire Council, our mission is to showcase "quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle". We are a close-knit and dedicated team that cultivates a community spirit and promotes a quality lifestyle, equal opportunities and access to all services. We really live and breathe our values each and every day - Integrity, Community, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – and foster a workplace culture that empowers staff to lead, innovate, and thrive.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do and are central to our success. In this role, you will be working with a team that feels empowered and challenged while fostering an emphasis on work/life balance.

For more information, visit: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au

Ready to Own Procurement at a Council That’s Evolving?

Tenterfield Shire Council is looking for a full-time Procurement Officer based in Tenterfield, NSW. Reporting to the Manager of Infrastructure Delivery, you’ll play a central role in driving procurement reform and embedding best practices across Council operations. This is a newly created role, giving you the chance to shape it from the ground up and influence both policy and practice. More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Validating business needs and assessing risks to inform procurement planning

Conducting sourcing activities and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation

Leading tender and quotation processes, including preparation and evaluation

Managing Council’s Contracts Register and procurement documentation

Supervising the Council Store and overseeing supplier engagement

Supporting internal stakeholders with procurement planning and training

Assisting in the development of updated procurement policies and procedures

To read the full position description, please click here

Is This You?

You’re someone who understands that great procurement is about more than just compliance — it’s about strategic influence, good governance, and adding real value. You’ll thrive in this role if you have at least 4 years of hands-on procurement experience and a Certificate IV (or higher) in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a similar discipline. You must also hold:

A current Class C Driver’s Licence

Strong working knowledge of procurement legislation and best practices

Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and training skills

Ability to manage competing priorities and confidently lead processes from end to end

Additionally, the following skills, background and checks will be highly valued:

Experience using systems like TenderLink and VendorPanel

Experience in supervising staff or coordinating small teams

Local Government experience

Contract management qualifications

You’ll also be confident providing practical procurement advice and support to other teams, helping them navigate processes in a highly regulated local government environment.

You’re someone who takes initiative, brings clarity to complex processes, and enjoys collaborating across teams to drive smarter procurement outcomes. You’ll be a clear communicator, a collaborative team player, and a natural problem solver with a strong sense of integrity and a keen eye for detail.

The Rewards of Joining Our Team

This role offers a highly competitive salary of $87,417 - $99,928, commensurate with your skills and experience, PLUS 12% Super, within a supportive rural council environment - alongside a host of additional benefits, including:

9-day fortnight for better work/life balance

Relocation assistance and short-term rental support may be available for the right candidate

Accumulative annual leave entitlements - 4 weeks Annual Leave + 15 days Sick Leave

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Access to monthly Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling

Access to the Council’s Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Be Part of Tenterfield’s Story

Want to make your mark and be part of something new? This is your opportunity to bring your ideas to life in a role where you’ll be heard, supported, and empowered.

Take the next step in your career with Tenterfield Shire Council - APPLY NOW!

Please Note: Successful candidates will be required to complete a current National Police Check prior to employment.