Senior Consultant Contracts

Department of Education; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannution

Flexible working arrangements (work/ro

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging

Public transport access

Parking nearby

Job summary

The Department of Education Western Australia (WA) is seeking an experienced Commercial Procurement professional to join the Commercial Procurement Services team in Perth. The role focuses on preparing procurement plans, tender documents and evaluation for contracts valued at $50,000+ and negotiating terms with stakeholders, including Treasury and Housing and Works.

You will develop moderately complex and high-risk contracts, support continuous improvement of procurement forms and guidance, and

Qualifications

• Experience developing procurement plans and tender documents for contracts $50,000+.
• Knowledge of WA Procurement Rules and tender evaluation processes.
• Ability to provide proactive procurement advice and stakeholder liaison.

Responsibilities

• Develop moderately complex and high-risk contracts for the Department and schools.
• Prepare procurement planning, tender documents, and evaluation reports.
• Engage with stakeholders including Treasury, Finance, Housing and Works during negotiations.
• Contribute to the development and review of contract forms, guides, and communications.
• Provide timely advice and support to stakeholders and maintain focus on customer service.

Skills

Procurement planning

Tender evaluation

Contract formation

Stakeholder negotiation

Contract management

Job description

This is a permanent full-time position commencing October 2026 The Commercial Services Directorate is part of the Finance and Commercial Services Division and has responsibility for the provision of support to the Department and Schools, for contract planning and management, insurance management, fleet management and commercial legal advice. The Commercial and Contracting Services Directorate is seeking to appoint an experienced individual to work within the Commercial Procurement Services (CPS) team. CPS is seeking a new team member who is passionate about improving educational outcomes for students in public schools through best procurement practice.

The CPS team provides procurement and contract development services for all Department of Education (the Department) contracts valued at $50,000 or more. This includes the preparation of procurement documents including Procurement Plans, Request and Evaluation Plans as well as the facilitation of tender evaluation in compliance with the WA Procurement Rules.

If successful, you will develop moderately complex and/or medium to high-risk whole of Department and/or schools contracts, including procurement planning, tender documents and evaluation, and contract formation, in consultation and negotiations with stakeholders including the Departments of Treasury and Finance and Housing and Works.

Additionally, you will be required to contribute to the development, implementation and continuous review of contract forms, guides, templates and communications.

The applicant will provide proactive and timely advice and information to stakeholders, liaise with other parties, on matters relating to procurement and contracting.

They will be expected to maintain a focus on customer service delivery and continuous improvement of services.

They will also develop and maintain effective communication links and working relationships to ensure access to diverse specialist knowledge.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Debra Watson, Manager - Commercial Procurement Services on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail]

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ) .

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1063681 Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 30 October 2026