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Procurement Officer
Job summary
A local council in Croydon is looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Officer. The role manages procurement processes, prepares contract and tender documents, and ensures compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification or substantial experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including subsidised housing and gym membership. Applications close on January 9, 2026.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Must have relevant tertiary qualification or substantial experience in procurement.
- Experience with contracts, tenders, and procurement processes is essential.
- Strong mathematical, planning, and organisational capability is required.
Responsibilities
- Manage procurement of goods and services and maintain preferred supplier arrangements.
- Prepare and oversee contract and tender documentation.
- Ensure procurement records are accurate and compliant with financial standards.
- Provide support and mentoring to staff in procurement matters.
- Identify efficiencies and promote the procurement system internally.
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Applications closing on 09 January 2026, 05:00 PM
- Job Type Full Time
- Package Stream A, Division 2 Section 1, Administration Service, Level 5 Above Award, depending on skills and qualifications, plus relevant allowances,
Croydon Shire Council is seeking a methodical and organised Procurement Officer to oversee and improve Council’s procurement and accounts payable processes. This role supports the delivery of Council works and projects by ensuring purchases are cost-effective, timely, compliant and high quality. If you have strong attention to detail, enjoy structured policy, contract and tender work, and are committed to service excellence—we’d love to hear from you. Council offers rent-subsidised housing, relocation assistance upon appointment, and free gym membership to support your health and wellbeing.
The Position
The Procurement Officer is responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services, establishing and maintaining preferred supplier arrangements, preparing and administering contract and tender documentation, and ensuring accounts payable complies with all relevant Council and legislative requirements. The role works closely with the Director Corporate Services and with internal management teams to support transparency, efficiency, and compliance.
Maintain and review Council’s procurement policies, procedures, and preferred supplier arrangements in line with best practice and legislation.
Prepare and administer contract and tender documents, reports and presentations; manage tender evaluation processes.
Ensure procurement, purchasing and accounts payable records are accurate and compliant with financial accounting standards.
Provide advice, mentoring, and support to Council staff in procurement matters.
Contribute to continuous improvement: update templates, guidelines, and software; identify efficiencies and promote Council’s procurement system internally.
Relevant tertiary qualification or substantial experience in a procurement environment.
Demonstrated experience in contracts, tenders and procurement processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel, and working knowledge of procurement software.
Strong mathematical, planning and organisational capability.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to liaise with suppliers, staff and stakeholders.
Previous local government experience is desirable but not essential
Applications must include:
A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role
Your current resume
At least two referees
Submit your application via:
Email : admin@croydon.qld.gov.au
In person : Croydon Shire Council Administration Office, 63 Samwell Street, Croydon QLD 4871
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources on (07) 4748 7100 or email hr@croydon.qld.gov.au.
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