Contract Administrator

ClearCompany; Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A large federal government department in Australia is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to manage the full contract lifecycle for a significant Defence program at RAAF Base Amberley. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract administration within Defence, excellent stakeholder skills, and the ability to adapt to changing demands. This contract position offers $900–$1,100 per day and contributes to a vital Defence capability program.

Qualifications

• Strong background in contract administration within Defence or government.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement planning, tendering, contract formation, and closure activities.
• Provide commercial advice across legal, financial, and technical domains.
• Collaborate with Defence entities.

Skills

Contract administration experience

Stakeholder engagement

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

About the Client: A large federal government department supporting Defence capability delivery across Australia. This role contributes to a high-impact program at RAAF Base Amberley, focused on commercial contract management within a complex and integrated workforce.

Role

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to support commercial operations across the full contract lifecycle—from planning and tendering to contract formation, management, and closure. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Defence and industry, providing expert advice and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement planning, tendering, contract formation, and closure activities.
• Provide commercial advice across legal, financial, and technical domains.
• Collaborate with Defence entities
• Mentor and support contract management officers to build commercial capability.
• Review deliverables, support contract meetings, and resolve disputes.
• Evaluate tenders and support contract amendments and change proposals.

Required Experience

• Strong background in contract administration within Defence or government.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing demands.
• Familiarity with Defence procurement frameworks and ERP/NDS requirements.
• Australian Citizenship (mandatory).
• Negative Vetting Level 1 Security Clearance (mandatory).

What’s on Offer?

This is a contract opportunity:

• Contract until 30 June 2026
• $900–$1,100/day
• Based at RAAF Base Amberley, QLD
• Work on a nationally significant Defence capability program

How to Apply

To express interest, please upload your resume. Suitable candidates will be contacted with further instructions.

Contact Dylan Sheoshker at [e-mail] or 0480 002 456