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Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer
Procurement and Contracts, Office of Chief Finance Officer, Corporate Services
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV685740 |
| Closing date | 01-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Rupert Newell |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 4898 Access the National Relay Service |
About your new employer:
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $00,000 to $00,000 p.a. (Classification)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
- Add in about flexible working arrangements if applicable to role or hiring manager
About your opportunity:
Provide a commercial risk and contract management service for the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. Conduct procurement activities for goods and services, and management of contracts and agreements to minimise commercial risks for the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
- High level of knowledge and ability in Procurement planning, development, administration and management.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver procurement services within a large multidisciplinary organisation, working across a diverse demographic region.
- High level communication, consultation and negotiation skills with ability to develop and refine relationships with clients and other key stakeholders.
- Ability to identify and mitigate commercial risks within a risk management framework.
- Leadership and supervisory skills including the ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing work environments.
Requirements:
- Relevant qualifications in commerce, business, economics or health management would be well regarded.
- If relevant qualifications in Procurement (Queensland Government Procurement Certification) are not already held, the incumbent will be supported to attain these within a reasonable timeframe from commencement within the role.
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Rupert Newell on (07) 4433 4898.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV685740
Applications close: Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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