• Full Time, Fixed Term (1st February 2026)
• One of the Fastest Growing Local Governments in Australia! Great Career Opportunities!
• Family Friendly - 9-day Fortnights / Hybrid WFH!
• 12% Super - Choose to co-contribute, and receive up to 18%!

Avoid the city chaos and embrace the family friendly, country town atmosphere of Mundijong! Use your proven background in contract administration to help shape our rapidly growing Shire.

Join us at "The Shire"

Here at "The Shire" we live and breathe our values of Accountability, Collaboration and Trust to proactively support our fellow employees and our local community. We encourage and embrace positive change and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our fun and dynamic team!

We're searching for a superstar that has excellent stakeholder management ability with a strong team and outcomes focus mentality, along with the ability to multi-task and work to strict deadlines with excellent accuracy and attention to detail to join our dynamic team.

This position will be responsible for contracts, tenders and financial compliance for operational contract administration functions. The successful applicant will ensure tendering and procurement practices are implemented and managed in accordance with Council's policies and procedures for the Operations department that comprises of Parks and Gardens, Civils and Facilities Maintenance teams.

To thrive in this role, you'll need to bring your expertise, energy, and creativity. You'll love working with others to achieve organisational goals and thinking outside the box will be second nature for you. We're looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience in either Contract Administration / Procurement functions and processes or financial management and reporting for procurement.
• Highly developed process /administration skills.
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar position.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (including negotiation and report writing).
• High level attention to detail.
• Well-developed documentation skills
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills.
• Intermediate-Advanced level of functionality with Ms Word, Excel and Systems software.
• Strong ability to foster positive and professional relationships.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous local government experience
• Relevant qualification relating to this field highly regarded.

The Important Stuff!

An attractive salary is on offer of up to $91,000.00 per annum is on offer dependent on experience. Not only will you have the opportunity to swap the city chaos for our fabulous natural environment and quiet rural outlook, here are some other great benefits:

• Free local gym membership.
• If you choose to contribute additional super, we will match up to 3% as a co-contribution.
• Wellness programs.
• Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening.
• 22kW AC Charger for electric vehicles.
• Two additional Local Government days off per year.
• The option of Purchased Leave.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Professional development opportunities - study leave and study assistance.
• Free Onsite Parking.

About the Shire!

Located in Mundijong just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD on the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp, our Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia. What that means is that we are transforming the way our community works, lives and plays. It's an exciting time at "The Shire" and you could be a part of it!

Our community come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because it's the right thing to do and because it makes our organisation stronger. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all applications as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Where do I apply?

Submit your cover letter and resume online no later than 5pm, Wednesday 14th May 2025. We are reviewing applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We encourage applications from all areas, including Mandurah, Peel and Pinjarra regions.