Contracts Officer

Mackay Regional Council is seeking an experienced Contracts Officer to join our Corporate Services – Procurement team. This role plays a critical part in supporting Council operations through effective procurement, tendering and contract management practices.

If you have strong contract management experience, enjoy working with stakeholders, and are passionate about delivering best-practice procurement outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing & Contracts Coordinator, the Contracts Officer works under general direction and is responsible for the front-end functions of the contract management process. You will independently develop and implement procurement strategies and contract management plans, manage tender processes, negotiate contracts, and provide high-level advice to internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop comprehensive contract management plans, including scope, timelines and accountabilities
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with Council’s corporate plan and objectives
• Lead end-to-end tender processes, including documentation, evaluation and supplier recommendations
• Negotiate and establish contracts, including renewals, variations, extensions and terminations
• Provide high-level advice on procurement processes and contractor management
• Liaise with internal and external legal counsel on contractual matters
• Identify and manage procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Provide training, guidance and mentoring to staff on procurement systems and processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and contract management

About You

You are an experienced contract management professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage a high-level workload with minimal supervision. You have a sound understanding of contract law, tendering processes and procurement best practice, and you thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Essential

• Certificate III in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, Contracts or Legal Services (or a lesser qualification with considerable experience)
• Practical experience in contract management or law, including tendering, negotiations and contract administration
• Experience in local government, construction or a related procurement environment
• Strong experience using contract management and financial systems (e.g. SAP, TechOne, CIAnywhere) and Microsoft Office
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet organisational timeframes
• Queensland “C” Class Driver Licence (or interstate equivalent – transferable within 3 months)

Desirable

• Diploma-level qualification in Business, Finance, Contracts or a related field
• Knowledge of local government purchasing policies and procedures
• Sound negotiation and consultation skills

Why Join Mackay Regional Council?

• Annual salary of $91,166
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• 9-day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

How to Apply

Applications for this position may close at any time. Don’t delay - apply today with your cover letter and resume.

Impoortant information for applicants:

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.