Senior Contracts Officer

Mildura Rural City Council; Mildura; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Day Off

Flex time

Relocation assistance

Performance bonus

Study support

Health & wellbeing

Parental leave

Recognition program

Discounted insurance

Counselling

Social clubs

Job summary

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a Senior Contracts Officer in Mildura for a full-time role. You will drive contract and procurement activities, optimise systems and processes, and ensure compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver community outcomes.

The role sits within Band 6 of the current Enterprise Agreement, offering a competitive salary and generous benefits. A proactive, cross-team approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and contracts.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Advanced systems proficiency with financial, procurement and contract management tools.
• Proactive approach and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work across teams to meet objectives.

Responsibilities

• Drive contract and procurement activities across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance and partner with stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Support process improvements and system optimisations.

Skills

Procurement

Contracts

Organisational skills

Systems proficiency

Collaboration

Job description

We're currently searching for a skilled and experienced Senior Contracts Officer to join our organisation in a full-time capacity.

Full Time

Job Number: R2784

Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 1 October 2026

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and proactive professional to drive contract and procurement activities across the organisation. In this influential role, you'll play a key part in delivering strategic procurement outcomes, optimising systems and processes, and ensuring compliance while partnering with stakeholders to achieve exceptional results for the community.

What you will bring

• Demonstrated experience in procurement and contracts
• Highly developed organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Advanced systems proficiency with experience using financial, procurement and contract management systems.
• A proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams to achieve organisational objectives

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 6 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $$96,410 – $104,968 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits

• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au

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