Senior Contract Officer

Seeking an experienced Contracts Specialist to join a State Government team South of Perth CBD Your new company A state government department based South of Perth CBD, are seeking a Contracts Specialist to join the procurement team as soon as possible. You will initially be engaged in a temporary position for 3-months, with a possible extension offered should all go well. Your new role As the Senior Contract Officer, you will be responsible for:
Contributing to the development and procurement of complex contracts
Liaising and negotiating with contract users, service providers and other internal and external stakeholders
Reviewing and monitoring new and existing contracts for compliance against government objectives
Preparing reports on the performance of contractors
Providing specialist procurement advice and support to internal staff as needed
What you'll need to succeed In order to be considered for this role, you must demonstrate previous experience working within a government department, in addition to
Previous experience working in a contract management position
A confident understanding on WA Government procurement policies and processes
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Advanced attention to detail
What you'll get in return
A competitive hourly rate
A central office location close to public transport
Full-time hours
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. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Harlea Kefford for a confidential discussion on 08 9254 45***or email **************@hays.com.au Please click here to apply.