APS6 Contract Manager | Federal Government | 12-Month Contract

Bluefin Resources; Canberra; Remote; AUD 148,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluefin Resources Pty is partnering with a Federal Government organisation to recruit an experienced Contract Manager for a 12-month contract with extensions. You will oversee contract performance, procurement and governance within a national program delivery team.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure obligations are met, risks controlled and procurement complies with Commonwealth legislation and policies. Prior government experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in contract management.
• Experience managing performance, variations, extensions and compliance.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth procurement frameworks, including the PGPA Act and Commonwealth Procurement Rules, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, including preparing briefs and reports.
• Experience using procurement or financial management systems such as SAP.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify risks and deliver practical solutions.
• Experience within Federal Government or regulated environment is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contract performance and identify risks, and manage contractual obligations.
• Manage contract variations, extensions and associated documentation.
• Provide specialist advice on procurement, contract governance and compliance.
• Prepare executive briefs, Board papers, reports and contract-related documentation.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve contract management processes, reporting and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with the PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules and relevant policies.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Communication skills

Risk identification

SAP

Governance

Tools

SAP

Job description

An opportunity is available for an experienced Contract Manager to join a Federal Government organisation delivering nationally significant programs and initiatives.

This 12-month contract, with the potential for two 6-month extensions, will suit someone with strong contract management, procurement and governance experience who enjoys working with stakeholders and managing complex contractual arrangements.

The Opportunity

Working within a national program delivery team, you will be responsible for managing contract performance, providing specialist procurement and compliance advice, and supporting effective contract governance.
You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met, risks are managed and procurement activities comply with Commonwealth legislation and policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitor contract performance, identify risks and manage contractual obligations.
• Manage contract variations, extensions and associated documentation.
• Provide specialist advice on procurement, contract governance and compliance.
• Prepare executive briefs, Board papers, reports and contract-related documentation.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve contract management processes, reporting and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with the PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules and relevant policies.

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

• A minimum of 3 years' demonstrated experience in contract management.
• Experience managing contract performance, variations, extensions and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth procurement frameworks, including the PGPA Act and Commonwealth Procurement Rules, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, including preparing briefs and reports.
• Experience using procurement or financial management systems such as SAP.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify risks and deliver practical solutions.

Experience within Federal Government, the broader public sector or a regulated environment will be highly regarded.

Contract Details

• Duration: Initial 12-month contract, with 2 x 6-month extension options.
• Location: Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane or Remote.
• Start date: 1 December 2026.
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
• Security: Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance are essential.