Temporary - Procurement Business Partner Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program Up to 30 June 2026 with a potential option to extend About the role You will provide procurement and contract management advice and support to stakeholders with Western Sydney Infrastructure Grant Funded Projects across Council ensuring governance and probity to all processes. Including the management of the tendering and quotations process in line with procedures and policies. Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers and ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and legislative/ legal requirements. Essential criteria Completed a tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field (i.e. Certificate, Diploma, Degree) and/or relevant industry experience. Demonstrated experience in a medium to large organisation in either contract administration, supply chain logistics, project management, purchasing and procurement for construction projects. Demonstrated Experience with Construction Procurement and or Management Experience Demonstrated experience working within a fast-paced environment utilising outstanding time management and personal organisational skills. Demonstrated passion for excellence in customer service with strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated strong attention to detail and sense of professional responsibility. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems, such as SAP or Finance 1. Sound problem solving and negotiation skills. Demonstrated commitment to corporate values of Penrith City Council Desirable criteria Knowledge of contract law Excel analytical skills. Current Class C Driver’s Licences Commencing salary: $90,063.00. p.a, plus 11.5% Superannuation How to Apply You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Visit careers.penrith.city to view the position description and to find out more information about employment with Penrith City Council. To submit your application, please apply online using the link below. In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered. Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on the closing date. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application. For further information about the position, please contact Lana Axford, Procurement Business Partner Coordinator, on 4732 7777. About the Team Procurement supports a wide variety of stakeholders ranging from ICT to major constructions. You are involved in and contribute to projects that deliver great outcomes for the community. Tasked with supporting stakeholders through the Procurement Process from sourcing through to contract management you will provide expert advice and support to stakeholders and ensuring compliance to procurement policies and procedures while ensuring governance and probity over all processes. If you have a passion for procurement and a desire to provide exceptional customer service within an esteemed local government organisation we encourage you to apply. About us At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including: A range of flexible work arrangements 18 weeks paid maternity leave Health and wellbeing leave 15 days personal leave Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education Diverse salary packaging Free access to all Ripples venues And much, much more Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website. Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.