Procurement Officer
Part- Time- 19 hours per week
Total Salary Package range between $90,231pa and $101,147pa (pro-rata)
About the role
We are seeking a motivated Procurement Officer to join our Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Shire's purchasing and tendering activities while ensuring procurement practices are compliant, efficient and deliver the best outcomes for our community.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Procurement Officer is responsible for supporting the Shire's procurement and tendering functions by providing expert advice, maintaining procurement records and systems, and ensuring purchasing activities comply with relevant legislation, policies and best practice.
You will work closely with staff across the organisation to promote sound procurement practices, manage supplier information, assist with tender processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen governance and financial controls.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Bethany Goss, HR/Payroll Manager by calling on (08) 9839 0000 to discuss the requirements and opportunities for this position.
Conditions
Applicants must have or be willing to successfully obtain:
- Tertiary qualifications or significant progress towards tertiary qualifications in a Governance, Law or Procurement discipline
- Current “C Class” Drivers Licence.
- Current National Police Clearance.
- Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol test, hearing test & musculoskeletal test
What’s in it for you?
A pro-rata total salary package will be offered dependent on qualifications, skills and experience as per the Ravensthorpe Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2023.
There are lots of benefits to taking up a role with SOR
- A competitive, Enterprise Bargaining Agreement-based salary with annual increments
- 12% superannuation
- Additional 5% superannuation with co contributions
- $114 per week pro rata allowance for full and part time employees residing within the Shire, to assist with the living costs associated with living in an isolated area
- Two additional days of leave per year (local government holidays)
- 5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
- Free Gym and Pool season pass for all full and part time employees
- Free Annual Flu shot
Location
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a local government area of 13,551 square kilometres, in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The Shire is located on the stunning Fitzgerald Coast region and is the year-round gateway to one of the largest and most botanically significant National Parks in Australia, the Fitzgerald National Park. Home to the internationally recognised Fitzgerald Biosphere, it is also bordered by the newly created South Coast Marine Park. The area is often described as an undiscovered wilderness, encompassing the settlements of Ravensthorpe, Hopetoun, Jerdacuttup, Munglinup and Fitzgerald, the shire is located five hours south east of Perth, two hours west of Esperance and three hours east of Albany.
The Shire has a population of 2,085 (2021) and is a beautiful and family friendly place to settle that offers a healthy lifestyle, the Shire of Ravensthorpe is made up of strong communities, with locals who are passionate about agriculture, art, wildflowers, history, the environment, sport, fishing and recreation. The primary industries include farming, tourism and mining.
How to apply for this position
To be considered for the role, applicants must provide the following:
- A current resume outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A covering letter outlining your suitable experience for the position and why you are interested in this field of work.
- A statement of claims addressing the selection criteria in the position description, this can be found in the Application Pacakage.
- The contact details of two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your application. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current Supervisor or Manager.
Applications can be emailed to recruitment@ravensthorpe.wa.gov.au or posted to PO Box 43, Ravensthorpe WA 6346, addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Ravensthorpe and marked Confidential –Procurement Officer no later than 4pm Friday 31st July, 2026.
Supporting a diverse workforce
The Shire of Ravensthorpe is a family friendly and equal opportunity employer committed to workplace equality and diversity. We value the unique diversity that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and members of our LGBTQIA+ community, women and youth bring to our workforce.
We strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Nicole O’Neill
Chief Executive Officer