Purchasing Review Officer

$88906 per annum super benefits
Temporary Full-Time (6-month opportunity)
Financial Operations Corporate and Commercial Services
Bundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us youll become part of an organisation that values your contributions supports your growth and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland Australia the Bundaberg Region is one of Australias fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence pristine waterways and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that natures palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Uniform Allowance
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clickinghere.

About The Opportunity

Join Bundaberg Regional Councils Financial Operations team in this exciting 6-month temporary opportunity. As the Purchasing Review Officer you will provide vital support across Councils Procurement and Contracts processes ensuring purchasing activities are efficient compliant and customer-focused. The role works closely with Council staff suppliers and key stakeholders to provide procurement advice manage purchase orders and requisitions support system improvements deliver procurement training and monitor procurement performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and relationship-focused professional with experience in purchasing procurement administration or accounts processes to contribute to continuous improvement across Councils procurement operations.

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• Demonstrated experience working with Procure to Pay (P2P) processes within a business environment.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers stakeholders suppliers and external organisations.
• Experience coordinating workflows managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience providing confidential customer-focused high-quality administrative support.
• Sound literacy numeracy and computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills with a strong focus on customer service.

To view the Position Description for this role please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our communitys rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo aNational Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing) as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply submit your application online by clicking the Apply button. Please include:

1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the About You section (max. 2 pages).

For enquiries please contact or. Please quote job reference BDBRC1633.

Applications close on Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities visit ourCareers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.