• Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks.
• Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs.

About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.

At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.

About the Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Tenders and Contracts Officer to join our Procurement & Contracts Service Unit.

Reporting to the Service Specialist for Tenders & Contracts, you will support the end-to-end procurement process in line with policy and legislation, while upholding the highest standards of probity, transparency, and accountability.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver specialist procurement advice and manage tenders, quotations and contract processes that drive value and efficiency.
• Build procurement capability across the organization through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure best practice, fairness and compliance in all procurement activities.

About you
We are seeking an individual who is motivated, process-oriented, and demonstrates strong attention to detail.

• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to prepare procurement and technical documents.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and proficiency across a range of business systems and applications.
• Experience in Procurement with a minimum Cert IV Qualification or similar in procurement, supply management, contract administration, business, Law or relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience in a procurement team including knowledge and understanding of procurement policies, guidelines and procedures within a local and/or public sector environment.
• Well-developed negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.

Salary: Starting from Level Five Step 1 – Step 4 ($93,945.24 - $99,660.24) City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025 based on qualification and experience.

All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit- based principles. Where an applicant does not meet or exceeds the requirements outlined in the position description, the role may be reclassified and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organisational needs and in line with the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025.

Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Janelle Keene, Service Specialist - Tenders and Contracts on (08) 9411 3449

How to apply: Head to the City’s web site (www.cockburn.wa.gov.au), click “Job Vacancies” and “Apply”. All applications must be made via our online portal.

To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification/ licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Closing Date: Friday 7 November 2025 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserve the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.

We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.