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Proudly Serving Tenterfield – Where Your Work Matters
Tenterfield Shire Council is located in the picturesque New England region of New South Wales and proudly holds the title “Birthplace of the Australian Nation.” As a rural medium-sized council, it offers lifestyle and career opportunities with easy access to Northern NSW’s beaches, Queensland’s Granite Belt, and the Brisbane region. The council’s mission is to showcase quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle, with values of Integrity, Community, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our team emphasizes work/life balance and a collaborative culture.
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Ready to Own Procurement at a Council That’s Evolving?
Tenterfield Shire Council is looking for a full-time Procurement Officer based in Tenterfield, NSW. Reporting to the Manager of Infrastructure Delivery, you’ll play a central role in driving procurement reform and embedding best practices across Council operations. This is a newly created role, offering the opportunity to shape it from the ground up and influence policy and practice. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Validating business needs and assessing risks to inform procurement planning
- Conducting sourcing activities and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
- Leading tender and quotation processes, including preparation and evaluation
- Managing Council’s Contracts Register and procurement documentation
- Supervising the Council Store and overseeing supplier engagement
- Supporting internal stakeholders with procurement planning and training
- Assisting in the development of updated procurement policies and procedures
To read the full position description, please read the official documentation.
Is This You?
You are someone who understands that great procurement is about more than compliance — it’s about strategic influence, good governance, and adding real value. You’ll thrive if you have at least 4 years of hands-on procurement experience and a Certificate IV (or higher) in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a similar discipline. You must also hold:
- A current Class C Driver’s Licence
- Strong working knowledge of procurement legislation and best practices
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and training skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities and confidently lead end-to-end processes
Additionally, the following skills, background and checks will be highly valued:
- Experience using systems like TenderLink and VendorPanel
- Experience in supervising staff or coordinating small teams
- Local Government experience
- You will be confident providing practical procurement advice and support to other teams in a highly regulated local government workplace
- You should take initiative, bring clarity to complex processes, and enjoy collaborating across teams to drive smarter procurement outcomes
- You’ll be a clear communicator, a collaborative team player, and a natural problem solver with integrity and attention to detail
The Rewards of Joining Our Team
This role offers a highly competitive salary of $87,417 - $99,928, commensurate with your skills and experience, plus 12% Super, within a supportive rural council environment — alongside a host of additional benefits, including:
- 9-day fortnight for better work/life balance
- Relocation assistance and short-term rental support may be available for the right candidate
- Accumulative annual leave entitlements — 4 weeks Annual Leave + 15 days Sick Leave
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Access to monthly Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling
- Access to the Council’s Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Be Part of Tenterfield’s Story
Want to make your mark and be part of something new? This is your opportunity to bring your ideas to life in a role where you’ll be heard, supported, and empowered.
Take the next step in your career with Tenterfield Shire Council — APPLY NOW! Please Note: Successful candidates will be required to complete a current National Police Check prior to employment.
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