Bid Writer

Join SKG Services: Drive Growth and Innovation with Your Expertise

SKG Services is a leading national organisation with over 50 years of industry excellence. As a pioneer in premium "soft" facility management services across Australia, we specialise in delivering exceptional cleaning, security, and maintenance solutions to clients nationwide. We’re seeking an experienced, dynamic Bid Writer to join our high-performing national business development team, helping to accelerate our growth and enhance our market presence.

Reporting to the Executive Group Director of Business Development, This is a pivotal role that will directly influence the future growth of SKG Services by crafting compelling tenders, proposals, and presentations with a WOW factor! As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in securing new business, retaining existing clients, and positioning SKG Services as the go-to provider in our sector.

This role will be working in the office located in CBD.

What You’ll Do:

• Craft Winning Bids: Write tailored, persuasive tenders and proposals for our cleaning, security, and maintenance contracts.

• Collaborate for Success: Work closely with the Business Development Team to ensure all submissions meet client needs and align with SKG’s strategic goals.

• Research & Innovate: Conduct in-depth research to understand client requirements, industry trends, and competitor strategies, ensuring each bid is compelling and competitive.

• Coordinate Across Teams: Collaborate with internal departments to gather the necessary information, including pricing, operational plans, and compliance details, to create seamless submissions.

• Maintain High Standards: Edit and proofread documents for clarity, accuracy, and consistency, while ensuring alignment with SKG Services’ brand voice.

• Organise & Optimise: Maintain and update a comprehensive tender library, including templates, case studies, and references, for future use.

• Manage Deadlines: Manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

• Lead Presentations: Prepare engaging capability statements and credentials documents that effectively showcase our expertise and value proposition.

• Enhance Practices: Work with various business divisions to implement best practices and improve bid production processes.

• Develop Content: Continuously build and maintain a rich content library to streamline the creation of future proposals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Proven success as a Tender Writer, Bid Coordinator, or similar role in the soft services or related industries.

• Outstanding Writing Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail and clarity.

• Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyse complex information and craft clear, concise, and persuasive content.

• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with tender portals.

• Organisation & Time Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple bids simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.

• Collaboration: A proactive team player with a collaborative mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Professional Background: A degree in marketing, business, or commerce and 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.

• Client-Focused: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence decision-makers.

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to maintain high standards and follow through on tasks.

Why Join Us?

At SKG Services, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team where your expertise will be valued, and your career development supported. As an organisation, we foster innovation, diversity, and inclusivity, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. This is your chance to make an impact while advancing your career in a dynamic, supportive environment.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a business that’s shaping the future of facility management across Australia, apply today!

SKG Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that offers equal opportunities to individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.