Contracts Officer

Salary: $88,639 - $104,521 per annum + 12% super Benefits Health and Wellbeing program Superannuation co-contribution options for eligible employees 17.5% leave loading Access to Fitness Passport Join a future-focused team that values smart strategy, clear reporting, and well‑run assets, all while balancing commercial insight with genuine community outcomes. With strong systems and a culture of trust and ownership, this is where local government meets meaningful enterprise. Based in the heart of Walyalup (Fremantle), working at the City of Fremantle, you’ll benefit from flexible work options and a strong focus on outcomes. The City of Fremantle is currently seeking to appoint a Contracts Officer to support effective, compliant, and efficient procurement and contract management across the City through the preparation of documentation, provision of advice, monitoring of compliance, and contribution to continuous improvement and broader commercial initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Work with stakeholders to develop, administer and maintain Requests for Quotation, Tenders and Contracts. Administer communications with suppliers and tenderers in a professional and timely manner. Proactively monitor registers and perform reporting analysis to ensure compliance with organisational policies and requirements. Contribute to the successful delivery of commercial contracts by engaging with suppliers, coordinating stakeholders, and supporting day‑to‑day contract delivery activities. Provide reporting to stakeholders as needed to support analysis, prioritisation and decision making. Undertake internal purchasing related audits and compliance reviews. Prepare routine reports for Management and Council – ensuring accuracy of information and meeting of reporting deadlines. Assist with preparation of audit documents and liaison with auditors. To be considered for this position, you will need: Demonstrated experience in supporting contracting, tendering, and purchasing processes. Demonstrated experience in providing reporting, monitoring, administration and compliance support within an organisation. Experience in the use of integrated corporate systems and with the Microsoft Office applications. Strong written communication skills with the ability to review contract and technical documents. Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to consult and liaise with a variety of people at all levels of the organisation, and with other internal and external stakeholders. The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job. If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below. If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on . Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two‑page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. The estimated closure date is 5pm on Saturday the 6th of December 2025, but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date. To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Taryn Hellebrekers on . Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Be careful – don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr