At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our mission is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. To be sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation, and we're not overstating when we say have some really big targets to reach. We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.

We think Otago's a pretty special place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Procurement and Contracts Coordinator to join our Environmental Implementation Support team on a permanent, full time (37.5 hours) basis in our busy Dunedin office.

The purpose of this position is to effectively coordinate procurement and contract administration processes for the Environmental Delivery Group of the Otago Regional Council. The main objectives of the role are to ensure that all procurement within the Group is carried out in accordance with Council Policy and to simplify procurement processes.

As a Procurement and Contracts Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the administration of raising purchase requisitions and receipting invoices
• Assisting with preparing supplier contract documentation, maintaining Council’s contracts register and providing reporting as required
• Providing coordination and administrative support to procurement projects from planning through to delivery
• Ensuring all procurement activities undertaken meet Council’s policies and procedures
• Supporting effective internal and external relationship management

If you have strong administration skills and are interested in procurement and processes while working in a supportive team, then this is the role for you!

About You

• Experienced in an administrative role and/or procurement or contract establishment environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Skilled at problem-solving and have the ability to meet deadlines
• An understanding of the customer experience and understanding the importance of the customer

A full job description can be found here - Procurement and Contracts Coordinator PD.pdf

What we offer

We recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and AROHA- We show that that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.

To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• Superannuation
• An annual wellbeing programme
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Development opportunities

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.

Please note. We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

At ORC, we value diversity, and the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your interview, just let us know—we welcome it!

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All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.

Applications close: Wednesday 6 May 2026

For further information, please contact human.resources@orc.govt.nz