Contracts & Business Support Officer

Western Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible work options

Scholarships and grants

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Western Health in Melbourne is looking for a Contracts and Business Support Officer to join our procurement team. You will handle contract administration and related administrative duties, supporting the coordinator and ensuring efficient processes.

This role suits someone with strong admin skills and a desire to grow in procurement. Join a busy, supportive environment where learning, teamwork and continuous improvement are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with procurement processes and contract administration.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Process commercial contracts and administrative tasks in procurement.
• Assist Contracts and Business Support Coordinator.
• Maintain documentation and filing.
• Collaborate with teams and adapt to change.
• Support learning and development.

Skills

Procurement processes

Contract administration

MS Office

SharePoint

Stakeholder management

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Windows OS

Job description

• Salary: Admin Grade 1 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Refer to the ‘Health & Allied Services, Administration Officers & Managers’ award prior to applying:

About the role:

The Contracts and Business Support Officer will work alongside the Contracts and Business Support Coordinator in processing commercial contracts and other administrative functions within the procurement department. The role is suited for a person that has general administrative expertise looking to further develop their skills.

Keyresponsibilities:

• Intermediate level computer literacy and understanding of MS Office, SharePoint and window-based systems
• Adaptable to change
• Collaborate in teams
• Desire to learn and build on existing knowledge

Aboutyou:

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and contract administration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proven ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Whyjoinus?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready tomake animpact?

Closingdate:11:59pm on4 November 2026.

Enquiries:For further information about this role, contact Valentina Trajkovski via .

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services,sitesand operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, anImmunisationStatus Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.