Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA)
Contract Administrator Commercial Management
🇦🇺Western Australia, Australia1 month ago
A$84,156 – A$84,156Full Time
Contract Administrator Commercial Management
Total Package $84,156.48 per annum (inclusive of superannuation)
(Base $75,139.71+ 12% Super $9,016.77)
Located: WALGA HQ West Leederville / on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.
This role sits within WALGA’s Commercial Management Team which delivers the Preferred Supplier Program (PSP) and helps Local Government Members access trusted suppliers, contracts and practical commercial advice, from sourcing play equipment for a new community park to specialist services like shark nets for coastal swimming areas.
We’re looking for a Contract Administrator, Commercial Management to support the smooth day to day running of our Preferred Supplier contracts. This role would suit someone who enjoys structured work, likes helping others, enjoys being a little tech savvy and takes pride in making sure contracts, records and enquiries are handled accurately and on time.
About the role
Working closely with the Commercial Management team, you’ll support the administration of PSP contracts, including supplier onboarding, contract variations, compliance and responding to contract‑related enquiries. You’ll help maintain registers and documentation, support reporting, and assist with the systems and data that underpin the program. A key part of the role is being a friendly and reliable point of contact for Preferred Suppliers, Members and internal stakeholders, answering questions, picking up the phone and guiding suppliers through administrative processes and new systems.
While this is an administrative role, it offers valuable exposure to contracts and commercial programs and provides a strong foundation for developing your skills in this space over time.
About you
You’re organised, dependable and enjoy being helpful. You take pride in getting the details right but also enjoy working with people and being part of a collaborative and innovative team.
You bring:
Experience in contract administration, supplier programs or Local Government environments is helpful, but not essential. At WALGA, we value curiosity, collaboration, and people who genuinely want to learn and who are just as energised as we are about helping our suppliers and Members feel supported.
Why you’ll love working here.
At WALGA, we believe success happens at The Sweet Spot, the place where big picture purpose meets local community impact, with perks that come without the trade‑offs. The Sweet Spot is our employee promise. It reflects what you can expect when you work with us: meaningful work, genuine flexibility, and an environment built on curiosity, collaboration and shared purpose.
Employees have the opportunity to work on unique and meaningful projects that deliver real benefits to Local Government and the communities they serve. We foster a culture of positive risk-taking, guided by one of our strategic pillars Explore, and underpinned by our value of Curiosity.
At WALGA, you’ll enjoy six weeks of annual leave plus an extra day off on the anniversary of when you started, because your journey with us is worth celebrating. Our Thrive wellbeing program runs all year and is designed to support every aspect of wellbeing. Mental, physical, and social through education, resources, and practical initiatives. We’re committed to helping you grow, both personally and professionally, and we’re driving a tech roadmap that’s shaping a data-led future. There are plenty of ways to get involved too, with cross-organisational working groups such as Reconciliation, AI, and Sustainability.
And that’s just the start. You’ll also find an active social club run by employees, flexible working options, end-of-trip facilities, and a centrally located modern office designed for collaboration. We’re also proud to be recently accredited as a Menopause Friendly Australia employer, because creating an inclusive workplace matters to us!
To find out more about us, please visit www.walga.asn.au
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If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
WALGA encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you have any specific needs or require accommodations to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know. This could include, but is not limited to, accessibility requirements, assistive technologies, or any other considerations
