We are seeking an experienced and proactive team member to assist with procurement, tendering and contract activities across Council. You'll work closely with stakeholders to support procurement processes and help ensure good outcomes for the community.

Position details

· Full Time

· Job Number: R2806

· Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 5 November 2026

About the Opportunity
The position is responsible for supporting Council’s procurement and contract management activities, including preparing and administering tenders and contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and legislation, managing contract documentation and obligations, maintaining the electronic procurement system, providing user support and training, and assisting with procurement projects and contract management functions across Council.

What you will bring
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

- Certificate IV in Business or related discipline or extensive experience in coordinating procurement activities including tenders, contract establishment and evaluating processes.

- Ability to ensure procurement activities and undertaken in accordance with legislative, governance and audit requirements.

- Experience managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, including establishment, variations, extensions and close-out.

- 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 5 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $80,057 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

- Monthly Accrued Day Off

- Flexible Work Arrangements (Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)





- Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living

- 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

- 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

- Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships

- Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members

- Active Social Clubs

For a full list of councils benefits please visit our website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal chance 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 energetic 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. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Learn more about our organisation at 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 two 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 visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

· A completed Job Application Form

· A resume

· A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Want to know more?

Visit mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Call Human Resources on (03) •••• •197.

Find out more about relocating: Live - Mildura.com

📌 Contracts Officer (Mildura)
🏢 Mildura Rural City Council
📍 Mildura