Job Description
Lead Council's procurement and contract management functions, providing strategic advice and high-level support to senior leaders and business units to ensure effective, compliant, and value-driven outcomes.
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Full Time
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This role allows for flexible working arrangements and as part of the package, Council will also provide relocation assistance to help support a move to the region.
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Job Number: R****
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Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 27 August ****
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About the Opportunity
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This position is responsible for overseeing Council's procurement and contract management functions, while providing high-level advice and support to the CEO, General Managers, Manager Financial Services, and business units on procurement, contracts, and related matters.
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What you will bring
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Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:
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Degree or Diploma qualifications in business or related discipline with relevant experience or lessor formal qualification with extensive experience in procurement, contract management or related fields.
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Experience in the use, implementation, and administration of information systems and business software applications.
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Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and develop a small team of professional staff, fostering high performance and accountability.
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Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and build productive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing reports, correspondence and presentations, and communicating information clearly and effectively.
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Salary and conditions
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The position is classified within Band 7 of Council's Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $108,138 per annum statutory superannuation.
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Benefits
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As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:
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Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
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Relocation Assistance available to support a move to the region
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Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
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Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
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Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
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Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
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Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
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Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
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Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
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Active Social Clubs
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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.
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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.
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All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.
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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.
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About our organisation
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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 excellent place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at

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About our region
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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.
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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

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📌 Procurement Coordinator (Mildura)
🏢 Careers at Council
📍 Mildura