At the City of Stirling, we're proud to be WA's largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents with more than 200 community-focused services.
With a workforce of 1,600, we're committed to building an inclusive, capable and future-ready organisation.
We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and offer a workplace where flexibility, wellbeing and growth are more than just words – they're how we work.
Job Description
Why You'll Love This Role
Are you a procurement professional who enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, delivering compliant sourcing outcomes and driving continuous improvement?
As our Contract Officer, you'll play a key role in supporting Business Units across the organisation to procure goods and services in accordance with legislative requirements, procurement best practice and the City's policies and procedures.
You'll provide expert advice throughout the procurement lifecycle, manage contract administration activities and coordinate sourcing processes that deliver value-for-money outcomes for the community.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and contractors, you'll help strengthen procurement capability, mitigate risk and ensure transparency, accountability and probity in procurement activities across the City.
What You'll Be Doing
Partner with Business Units to provide procurement advice, support and guidance across sourcing and contract activitiesCoordinate and administer non-complex tenders, quotations and market engagement activitiesManage contract renewals, extensions, variations and Deeds of NovationTrack contract expiry dates and facilitate renewal and extension processesPrepare procurement and contract documentation, correspondence and reportsSupport tender evaluations,



consensus meetings and recommendation reportsConduct due diligence and coordinate compliance checks of supplier submissionsMaintain tender and contract registers and ensure accurate record keepingProvide training and support to staff using procurement systems and processesAssist with procurement reporting, performance monitoring and risk management activitiesContribute to process improvement initiatives that strengthen procurement governance and efficiency
Position Description
Qualifications
What You'll Bring
We're Looking For a Procurement Professional Who Is Customer-focused, Detail-oriented And Passionate About Delivering Compliant And Effective Procurement Outcomes.
You'll Ideally Bring:
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, preferably Purchasing or Procurement, or equivalent procurement experienceExperience in procurement practices and sourcing processesExperience preparing sourcing and tender documentation within a compliance-driven environmentExperience using electronic sourcing systems and procurement technologiesKnowledge of competitive sourcing and procurement best practicesStrong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical, organisational and problem-solving capabilitiesIntermediate Microsoft Office skills and experience with document management systemsKnowledge of local government procurement,



contract administration and Australian Standards will be highly regarded
Additional Information
Why You'll Love Working Here
Work Your Way
Versatile working arrangements, free parking and convenient access to public transport.
Rewarding You
Up to 6% employer-matched superannuation, purchased leave and novated leasing options.
Feel Your Best
Free gym membership, corporate health discounts and wellbeing programs designed to help you thrive.
Explore all our benefits at .
Ready to Make a Real Impact?
If you're ready to contribute to procurement excellence within one of Western Australia's largest local governments, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, transparency and continuous improvement while helping deliver services and outcomes that benefit our community.
Additional Information
A satisfactory National Police Clearance and current 'C' Class Driver's Licence are required for this position.
Questions?
Reach out to Belinda Tussler, Strategic Procurement Lead on ************.
Applications close: Wednesday 26 August **** at 6 PM.
(We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don't wait!)
Apply online:
The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development.
Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia.
We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.

📌 Contract Officer (Perth)
🏢 City of Stirling (Western Australia)
📍 Perth