Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
The Principal Contract Officer role is responsible for leading a small team to review, develop and maintain sound business strategies, policies and procedures relating to the sale of state‐owned native forest products and quarry material, as well as apiary activities overseen by DPI Forestry.
Our Principal Contract Officer Will
* support Forestry staff by providing advice and assistance on operational matters by reviewing sales permits, deeds of variation and associated templates, assisting with compliance issues (including unauthorised operations) and reviewing and seeking legal advice on such matters where required.
* participate in relevant working groups, committees and boards and act as a representative to ensure DPI Forestry's interests are considered and protected.
* provide advice and respond to other agencies in relation to the impact of proposals or applications on the State's interest in forest products and quarry material, such as proposed tenure changes, legislative amendments, renewable energy proposals, planning schemes, mining interests etc.
* assist with the negotiation process for large‐scale forest product or quarry material sales, undertake general value reviews and the review and enhancement of existing value setting and value adjustment methodologies to ensure maintenance of market‐based prices for forest products and quarry material.
* prepare briefing notes and correspondence relating to the matters above.
* perform other duties as requested by the Forestry Executive Team.
Why work for us
* Work with passion and purpose
* Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
* Enjoy interesting, diverse work
* Follow your path wherever it leads
* Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
* Be part of our united DPI
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and be a part of maintaining Queensland's recreational and commercial forestry operations.
Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/686818/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Occupational group: Administration
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