Tender and Contracts Officer x 2

Tender and Contracts Officer x 2 (200894) 

Permanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week 

$87,908.87 to $91,736.94  Annually  + up to 12% super  

RCC Officers' Level 5  

A special place

At Redland City Council, you can help improve lives, while shaping your career in a truly special place. Situated on the stunning Redlands Coast, our team is creating an enriched, sustainable future for Redland City.

Here, every role matters … Together, we’re focused on serving our community. Join us so together we can improve the Redlands for today and tomorrow.

Your opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for two Tender and Contracts Officers to join our diverse and dynamic Contracts and Tenders Team. You will be responsible for undertaking strategic sourcing and contract management activities that support the delivery of Council's annual contracting plan including preparing, maintaining, evaluating, administering and reviewing tenders and Contracts to assist with mitigating risk to Council with emphasis on building and construction works.

• Be responsible for the planning, market analysis, development and execution of tenders and Contracts.
• Undertake effective contract management activities including contract development and monitoring to ensure compliance.
• Provide professional advice to internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement and contract management issues whilst proactively managing relationships with stakeholders.

What you’ll bring

We would love to hear from you or someone you know who:

• Has achievement in the development, delivery and execution of tenders and Contracts for project delivery with emphasis on building and construction works.
• Has well-developed knowledge and application of procurement and contract management principles and the ability to interpret legislation and regulations.
• Can work independently and as part of a small team to effectively manage competing priorities.

Why join us

We asked our people why they choose to work at Redland City Council. They say it’s about two things: feeling connected to the Redlands Coast as a truly special place and the incredible career and development opportunities at Council.

Here, you can:

• Improve lives, for today and tomorrow. You will make an impact in our organisation through effective strategic sourcing and contract management activities.
• Achieve, for the community and your career. We’ll support you every step of the way and you will have a huge impact on the work we do.
• Experience variety, and grow as a result. Upskill, try new roles and broaden your horizons. Council is an amazing place to grow and diversify professionally.
• Find the right balance to bring the best you. We offer attractive benefits, ongoing support and flexible working arrangements.

Here are some more reasons for loving working with us:

• Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave!
• Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break
• Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance
• Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen
• Diverse secondment opportunities for career development
• Reward and recognition programs
• Wellbeing programs and social club
• Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers

Eligibility

• You'll have a Current C Class drivers licence.
• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 
• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us
 

To be considered, applicants must submit a:

1. Cover letter (one page); and

RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.

Specific information on the position (200894) can be obtained by contacting Tracey Justice on 0419 181 ***.  Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 27/03/2024.

At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.

Applications will not be accepted from a third party.

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