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The Role: The Contracts Officer will undertake high level administrative, contract and procurement services to support the effective coordination and management of procurement activities within the Infrastructure Services group.
This will involve the following duties:
Undertake high level administrative, contract and procurement services to support the effective coordination and management of procurement activities within the team. Provide support and coordination of day to day operational tasks in relation to procurement and contracting managed by the Contract Services Team. Act as Systems Administrator for the Open Windows Contract Management System, including liaising with the system vendor, resolving and actioning system configuration changes and testing, updates and integration with other Agency business systems, maintaining data currency and accuracy, analysing system data and refining business processes. Prepare procurement and contract documentation and contribute as a member of the Contract Services Team and provide definitive advice to Procuring Officers across the Department in managing procurements of complexity relating to Health infrastructure. Provide a liaison point for project managers and contractors in relation to contract interpretations and dispute resolution processes. The business unit: Contract Services provides an organised approach to Government contracting and purchasing activities for projects under the Department's Capital Investment Program. The section provides contractual and procurement assistance and support within the Infrastructure Services group. It is responsible for providing procurement and contract matter advice, tendering and contracting process management and contract compliance reviews.
Details of appointment: Permanent, full time, day worker, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary: $95,393 to $100,067 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Benefits available to eligible candidates: Professional development and accelerated pathways. Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible. Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Kimberley Pickering
Manager Contract Services
03 6166 0397
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