Contracts Management Officer

• Be the contract and procurement expert across two key Council portfolios.
• Lead complex tenders and contracts from development through to delivery.
• Influence better outcomes, stronger governance and greater value for money.
• Work across diverse operational services and build contract management capability.
• Make a tangible impact through smarter, more consistent procurement practices.
• Competitive Salary plus superannuation, along with flexible working arrangements.

Shape better contracts. Drive better outcomes.

Be the specialist driving contract, tender and procurement excellence across Darebin’s Operations & Waste and Natural & Civic Spaces portfolios.

About the role:

This is an opportunity to be the go-to specialist for contract and tender management across two diverse and operationally important Council portfolios.

You’ll lead contract and tender development, provide expert advice throughout the contract lifecycle and maintain a strategic view of performance, expenditure, risk and upcoming procurement requirements.

Working closely with operational teams, Procurement and Finance, you’ll help turn service needs into effective contracts while strengthening governance, consistency and value for money.

You will:

• Lead complex contract and tender development and establishment.
• Develop specifications, scopes, evaluation criteria and performance requirements.
• Provide expert advice on contractor performance, risks, variations and renewals.
• Maintain oversight of a diverse contract portfolio and emerging priorities.
• Partner with operational teams, Procurement and Finance to deliver effective outcomes.
• Strengthen contract governance, processes and organisational capability.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency and value for money.
• Provide clear, practical advice to senior leaders and contract owners.

About you:

You’re a confident contract and procurement professional who can combine technical expertise with strong stakeholder skills.

You will bring:

• Strong contract management and procurement experience.
• Proven experience leading tenders and contract development.
• Strong analytical, commercial and risk management capability.
• Knowledge of public sector or local government procurement frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a strategic portfolio view.
• A practical, improvement-focused approach to governance and value for money.

Why Darebin?

Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application including a Cover Letter and Resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description, you may do so in your cover letter.

Applications close on 30.08.2026 at 11.30pm. Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period so if you’re interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, please email **************@darebin.vic.gov.au (Manager Operations & Waste) to arrange a suitable time.

Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.

Pre-employment Checks

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.

All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.