Contract Management Officer

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 93,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 18% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Salary sacrificing options

Career development programs

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council has an opening for a Contract Management Officer to oversee contracts related to aquatic facilities. The role focuses on compliance, relationships with contractors and delivering quality community outcomes.

The position is permanent full-time with flexible work arrangements. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and a current C Class driver licence for Queensland, Australia.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Facilities Management or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Current Queensland C Class driver licence or interstate equivalent
• Experience managing contracts, contractors, suppliers and service providers
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Experience interpreting policies and standards in a work environment
• Proven ability to prioritise and manage projects

Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution and completion of contracts for aquatic facilities
• Develop and maintain relationships with external contractors and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and requirements
• Coordinate resources and timelines to deliver quality outcomes for the community

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Time management

Relationship management

Education

Diploma in Facilities Management or related field

Job description

PS0045 Contract Management Officer

Are you experienced in contract management and passionate about building strong contractor and stakeholder relationships delivering quality outcomes for the community? Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Contract Management Officer to join the team of a permanent full-time basis.

About The Role

The primary portfolio for this Contract Management Officer role is with the aquatic facilities. The role ensures the implementation, execution, control and completion of specific contracts and is responsible for ensuring external contractors working on behalf of Mackay Regional Council comply fully with all contractual compliance obligations and requirements.

This position will develop and maintain relationships with external contractors and stakeholders to deliver Councils contracted works effectively and efficiently and to the required standards.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Qualifications in Facilities Management, Contract Management or a related field, preferably at Diploma level, or a lesser qualification combined with relevant experience or equivalent expertise.
• Current Queensland “C” Class driver licence or interstate equivalent
• Experience managing contracts, contractors, tradespeople, suppliers and associated service providers.
• Practical experience developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Experience interpreting legislation and implementing policies and standards in a work environment.
• Well-developed communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deal with difficult situations professionally.
• Well-developed time and project management skills, including the ability to set priorities, schedule resources and organise work.

Why join us?

• Stream A Level 4 Base annual salary of $ 95,769.76
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with a 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing).

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.