Senior Contracts & Governance Specialist - Public Sector

Central Highlands Regional Council; Emerald; On-site; AUD 126,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking a Contracts Specialist to drive governance, performance, and value across Council. This role is crucial in providing expert advice, supporting high-value contracts, and managing risks while fostering continuous improvement.

The position is integral to the Procurement & Legal team, focusing on contract management frameworks and supplier performance monitoring. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience, alongside a strong

Qualifications

• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of procurement, tendering and contract management principles.
• Knowledge of contract law fundamentals and commercial contracting principles.
• Sound understanding of public sector procurement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of Council’s Contract Management Framework.
• Monitor compliance with contract management requirements.
• Prepare governance reports related to contract performance.

Skills

Contract management principles

Procurement governance

Supplier performance management

Risk management

Education

Degree or Diploma in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Law or related discipline

Job description

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking a Contracts Specialist to drive governance, performance, and value across Council. This role is crucial in providing expert advice, supporting high-value contracts, and managing risks while fostering continuous improvement.

The position is integral to the Procurement & Legal team, focusing on contract management frameworks and supplier performance monitoring. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience, alongside a strong