**General Manager Contracts and Procurement***
**POSITION NUMBER**:
03108
**SALARY**:
Level 8 PSCSAA $144,597 - $156,598 per annum
**About VenuesWest**
At VenuesWest our vision is to be Australia's leading provider of sport and entertainment venues and precincts. We take pride in owning and/or operating 14 of Western Australia's major sporting and entertainment venues, including not only the world class Optus Stadium and the iconic RAC Arena, but also HBF Park, HBF Stadium, HBF Arena, Bendat Basketball Centre and Gold Netball Centre.
We play an extremely important role in the lives of Western Australians by offering opportunities for those pursuing elite sport, a range of options for individuals or families choosing to live healthy, active lifestyles and a variety of entertainment experiences for everyone.
**About the Role**
The General Manager Contracts & Procurement provides strategic leadership and overall management for contracts, leases, licenses and procurement services.
The General Manager also manages complex contractual agreements for high profile partner managed venues such as Optus Stadium and RAC Arena, between the State Government and the operators and maintenance contractors. The position is involved with extensive consultation and negotiation with partners and key stakeholders and works with other Senior Leaders to collaboratively drive the direction, culture and overall results for VenuesWest.
This is a full time, permanent opportunity. Whilst the position will be based at HBF Stadium in Mount Claremont, mobility may be required between the portfolio of facilities.
**What We Offer**
Working with VenuesWest comes with a number of benefits:
- 11% Superannuation on top of salary
- A free membership to our gym and aquatic centres
- Access to staff fitness classes
- Access to free counselling for employees and their immediate families through our Employment Assistance Provider
- Payment for re-qualification for essential qualifications and certifications
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- A fantastic social club and culture program with lots of activities
- Optical reimbursements for office-based staff (after 12 months employment)
- Annual flu vaccinations
- 50% discount on kid's programs
- Corporate health insurance discounts
- A comprehensive learning and development program
- Free on-site parking
- Sponsorship for participation in community, sporting and charity events
**About the Person**
For any further **job-related** information please contact David Etherton on 9441 8267.
**Application Instructions**
- copy of your current resume and
- cover letter detailing your skills and experience which demonstrate how you meet the following essential capability in the context of this position:
- **_Substantial experience in complex relationship and contract management ideally including for PPP's or design, build and operate arrangements._**_ Experience in utilising or coordinating high level legal advice on broad ranging legal matters._**
- Evidence of your right to work in Australia - Australian Birth Certificate; Australian Citizenship Certificate; or passport
A full copy of the Job Description is available as a PDF below, which includes a complete list of the capabilities required to fulfil this role.
**Employment Screening**
To be eligible for employment with VenuesWest you must have the following at the time of commencement:
- Right to Work in Australia for the duration of the employment contract
- National Police Clearance
Please note that the appointee will bear the costs associated with the abovementioned eligibility requirements.
**Workplace Diversity**
VenuesWest maintains a working workplace that is free from discrimination in accordance with Equal Opportunity legislation. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our customers and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. Our goal is to increase the representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in our workforce.
This advertisement may be requested in other formats including Word, PDF, and large format by contacting People and Culture on (08) 9441 8362.
**Future Appointments**
Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for subsequent vacancies for 12 months in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No.2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.
📌 General Manager Contracts And Procurement
🏢 VenuesWest
📍 Western Australia