This is a five (5) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible six (6) month extension.
The Commercial and Contracting Services Directorate is part of the Finance and Commercial Services Division and has responsibility for providing procurement and commercial legal support to the Department of Education and schools, for contract planning and management, insurance management and fleet management.
The Role
If successful, you will maintain the Department’s insurance processes and systems for assets and risk adjustment reporting to Insurance Commission of WA. You will provide support to schools on commercial licence and operational lease and other arrangements that may be established by schools in accordance with the powers set out the School Education Act.
The Consultant Advisor – Commercial identifies and resolves complex procedural matters related to registration, execution and recording of commercial agreements and licences. This role extracts data and produces reports from systems for corporate and compliance reporting, including trend analysis.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home, and flexible working hours arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brad Cocker, Principal Advisor - Commercial on (08) 9264 5093 or by emailing brad.cocker@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated practical knowledge and understanding of insurance arrangements, policies, and practices in WA Government.
- Demonstrated practical knowledge and understanding of commercial agreements and licences
- Demonstrated well developed analytical, conceptual and problem solving skills, including the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.
- Demonstrated well developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult with a wide range of stakeholders effectively.
- Demonstrated well developed written communication skills, including experience in preparing reports, briefing papers and responses to Senior Management.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE948756
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 07 February 2025
