Senior Contracts Officer

*Applications close Monday 6 July 2026 at 5.00PM*

About the job

A 12 month fixed term contract with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

In this role, you will partner with the organisation to deliver end-to-end procurement and administration activities. You'll ensure compliance with WA government procurement policies and processes, managing low-medium risk contracts.

Reporting to the Director Procurement, you will also support the development of contract management capability within the organisation.

The role has the following key areas of focus:

• Facilitating end-to-end contract development and administration
• Provide support and assist in building contract management capability
• Compliance based activities including the maintenance of registers, and utilising Tenders WA

We’re looking for

• An effective Procurement and Contracts professional, with significant experience ideally within the WA public sector
• Strong planning and organisational skills with ability to manage competing deadlines
• A connector - a person with the ability to work with a range of stakeholders to meet business objectives

Why You’ll Love It

• Opportunity to utilise your skills and experience to support contract development and administration
• Work in a supportive and collaborative team with a seasoned leader
• Make a positive impact on the WA community

What we Offer

Being part of Australia's only State government-owned lottery comes with a lot of responsibility, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We own the outcome of our actions and by directly contributing to player safety and a more hopeful community life for Western Australians, working at Lotterywest is naturally rewarding for all involved.

Our workplace strives to provide an environment for you to feel valued and supported, so that you can help create the kind of positive impact we want to see.

Our employee benefits include:

• Purpose-led work in a flexible working environment
• Four weeks annual leave, with the ability to purchase additional leave.
• Additional public service holidays
• A focus on professional development
• An active wellbeing program and social calendar
• Quarterly volunteering leave entitlement
• A central Head Office location in the heart of Subiaco, with excellent access to public transport, a range of public parking options and end-of-trip facilities for staff choosing to cycle, run or walk to work.

Sounds like you?

We’d love to see your application, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. You’ll need to submit a PDF version of:

• A current resume/CV and,
• A cover letter no more than two (2) pages outlining your interest in the role and addressing the following essential selection criteria from the role statement:

1. Demonstrated experience in low to medium risk, medium value contract development and management (end to end) in a Western Australian State Government context (including the Western Australian Procurement Rules).

3. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research, analyse and interpret information and apply innovative thinking and continuous improvement within the workplace

We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Skye Pichler, Director Procurement on 08 9488 6497 or via email ***email_hidden***

Applying for a State Government role can look a bit different, so we do encourage you to read the attached Job Application pack to ensure your application sets you up to succeed.

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact [email protected] .

Other Important Information

Suitable applicants may be considered for future similar employment opportunities during the next twelve (12) months at Lotterywest.

The recommended applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process prior to appointment. This includes provision of a current National Police Certificate that is less than six months old, declaration of any previous discipline or misconduct findings or allegations, and the verification of claims made throughout the recruitment process.

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.

Lotterywest may conduct further search activities at any stage of the recruitment process, if required, to supplement the field of applicants.

Substantive Statement

We celebrate diversity in all forms and strive to create a work environment where everyone feels respected, welcomed, supported and empowered to thrive. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and community culture that encourages employees to be themselves.

We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique strengths, perspectives and experiences that are essential to helping us achieve our vision.

We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Stay safe online

We will only contact you from our @lotterywest.wa.gov.au email domain. We encourage you to be aware of cyber safety, and if you receive an email related to your application, not from the official domain, please send the details to [email protected]

Late Applications

Unfortunately, we can’t accept late applications so please allow yourself enough time to complete your application before the due date and time.