Contract Coordinator

Ballarat City Council; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development programs

Flexible work policies

Employee benefits program

MyWellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Ballarat City Council is seeking a seasoned contract management professional to lead and strengthen our Contract Management Framework. Reporting to the Executive Manager Business Services, the role provides expert contract and commercial advice to senior stakeholders and acts as a trusted advisor on complex matters.

You will drive performance, risk and compliance across a diverse portfolio of service, supply and infrastructure contracts, collaborating with executive leadership, procurement and

Qualifications

• Experience in local government, procurement, construction, Infrastructure or professional services contracting will be highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and commercial risk.
• Ability to interpret, develop and negotiate contract terms while balancing governance, compliance and operational outcomes.
• Collaborative and influential communicator across an organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and strengthen Council's Contract Management Framework.
• Provide expert contract and commercial advice to senior stakeholders across the organisation.
• Trusted advisor on complex contract matters.
• Drive continuous improvement in contract performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with Executive Leadership, Procurement and operational areas across Council.
• Shape organisational capability and best-practice contract management.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of high-value and high-risk contracts.
• Contribute to services and infrastructure delivered to the Ballarat community.

Skills

Contract management

Contract law

Commercial acumen

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Job description

Job Description

• Permanent full-time position with the City of Ballarat
• Lead and strengthen Council's Contract Management Framework
• Provide expert contract and commercial advice to senior stakeholders across the organisation
• Trusted advisor on complex contract matters
• Drive continuous improvement in contract performance and compliance
• Collaborate with Executive Leadership, Procurement and operational areas across Council
• Opportunity to shape organisational capability and best-practice contract management
• Diverse and challenging portfolio of high-value and high-risk contracts
• Make a meaningful contribution to services and infrastructure delivered to the Ballarat community

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and strengthening contract management practices across the organisation.

Reporting to the Executive Manager Business Services, you will provide expert advice on contract development ,contract management, performance ,risk and compliance, supporting a diverse portfolio of service, supply and infrastructure contracts.

Working closely with senior leaders, project managers and procurement professionals, you will help drive commercial outcomes, improve contract performance and ensure Council's contractual arrangements deliver value for the community.

This role is ideal for an experienced contract management professional or individual with a strong background in contract law. You will bring sound commercial judgement and enjoy solving complex contractual issues, influencing stakeholders, and building organisational capability through practical advice and continuous improvement.

You will have the opportunity to establish frameworks, improve processes, work on high-value and high-risk contracts, and become Council's trusted advisor on contract management matters.

About You

You are a highly regarded contract management professional with experience managing complex contractual arrangements and providing trusted advice to senior stakeholders. With a strong understanding of contract law principles and commercial risk, you can confidently interpret, develop and negotiate contract terms while balancing governance, compliance and operational outcomes.

You are a collaborative and influential communicator who builds strong relationships across an organisation, enabling you to guide stakeholders through complex contract matters and drive improved contract management practices. Your analytical mindset, attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement help you identify risks, solve problems and deliver practical, value-for-money outcomes.

Experience in local government, procurement, construction, Infrastructure or professional services contracting will be highly regarded.

The successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical declaration and police check.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Michael Riseley, Executive Manager Business Services on 0417294731.

Be Part of Something More:

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accountability in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits

There's more to remuneration than just salary.

Here are some key benefits you might value:

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program
• MyWellbeing initiatives

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at [e-mail]

We're proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.

The closing date for this position is 20 September 2026 at 11.45 pm