Contracts & Procurement Officer

Temporary - 4 months + - Full time 4 days Office 1 day WFH Free Parking

Your new company
A progressive Local Government organisation is seeking an experienced Contract & Procurement Officer to join their team on a temporary assignment for a minimum of four months. This is an excellent opportunity to support procurement activities within a regulated environment while working closely with operational and project stakeholders.

Your new role
Reporting to the Procurement Lead, you will provide procurement and contract management support across a diverse portfolio of goods, services and construction-related projects.Key responsibilities include:

• Managing end-to-end procurement processes in accordance with organisational policies and legislative requirements
• Preparing RFQ, RFT and procurement documentation
• Coordinating tender evaluations and preparing recommendation reports
• Assisting with the establishment and administration of supplier contracts
• Providing procurement advice and guidance to internal stakeholders
• Supporting governance, compliance and audit requirements
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and reporting
• Liaising with suppliers, contractors and project teams throughout the procurement lifecycle

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will have:

• Previous experience in a Procurement Officer, Contracts Officer or Contract & Procurement Officer position
• Experience working within a regulated industry environment, ideally Local Government, State Government, utilities, infrastructure or a similar governance-driven sector
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement processes, tendering and contract administration
• Experience or exposure to construction, infrastructure or civil works contracts
• Strong understanding of procurement compliance and governance requirements
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate
• Minimum 4-month temporary assignment
• Opportunity to gain valuable Local Government experience
• Exposure to construction, infrastructure and capital works procurement
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays consultant throughout your assignment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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