Senior Procurement Officer
Longreach Regional Council

Permanent Full Time

Package Value – $80,688.28 to $85,240.14 per annum

Council is seeking applications to fill the full time position of Senior Procurement Officer. Applications will be

received until Tuesday, 16 February 2021. Late applications may not be considered.

The Position

The position is responsible for ensuring that goods and services are procured throughout the organisation

according to legislative requirements, specified quantity, quality and cost requirements, and delivered within

given timeframes. The role will also be required to identify, review, advise on and implement best practice

procurement activities and processes. The role will primarily responsible for managing tender and RFQ processes

for major projects across the organisation. The role will supervise Stores officers and assist with general stores

duties including the receivables, and issuing stock whilst adhering to all policies, procedures and legislation.

Qualifications and Experience

Previous experience working within a Local Government Procurement and Stores environment is desirable but

not essential for this position. Further the successful applicant is expected to have skills and experience in

public relations, customer service and managing multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines. The successful

applicant must have a current drivers licence (C class), and must have or have the ability to obtain a Construction

White Card and High Risk Work Licence Forklift. It is desirable that the applicant has or is working towards a

relevant qualification in procurement or higher relevant qualification.

Salary and Conditions

The position is classified as a Level 5-6 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award –

State 2017 and offers an annual salary (including allowances and leave loading) of $72,167.56 to

$76,268.94. This position will receive 5 weeks annual leave including leave loading of 17.5%, 15 days sick leave, 9

day fortnight, Rostered-Day-Off system, salary sacrifice options, ongoing training and professional development

and superannuation of up to 12% of salary is also available upon commencement.

Relocation and Accommodation

Reimbursement of relocation costs up to $3000 is included. Basic furnished accommodation will be provided for a

period of up to 4 months at a weekly rental of $280.00.

Applications

Applications must include a current resume, 2 work related references and a letter addressing how you meet the

position requirements. For further information on how to apply please visit Council’s website

www.longreach.qld.gov.au and click on the link under “Information on how to Apply.” Applications can be emailed

to assist@longreach.qld.gov.au

Commitment to EEO and WH&S

Longreach Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe work

environment for all staff. In achieving these goals, it is a mandatory requirement for successful applicants to

satisfactorily pass a Federal Police Check and medical screening.

Council operates under a Drug and Alcohol Policy and the successful applicant will be required to undertake

a drug and alcohol test, with a clear result, before an offer of employment is made.

Longreach Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer.

Mitchell Murphy PO Box 144

Chief Executive Officer Ilfracombe QLD 4727