Contract Manager - Presentation Services

CENTREPIECE at Melbourne Park; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Family & Carers leave

Safety & wellbeing support

Free event tickets

Free onsite parking

Diversity & inclusion training

Job summary

Melbourne Park is seeking an experienced Contract Manager - Presentation Services to lead the management of cleaning, waste, pest control and related contracts across the precinct. You will collaborate with internal teams, Tennis Australia and external providers to ensure world-class presentation and compliance during events and non-event operations, including the Australian Open.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, contract performance, sustainability, and value-for-money outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing service-based contracts, ideally within facilities management, major events, venues or similar environments.
• Strong contract, financial and performance management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience managing service providers and driving performance against KPIs.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage cleaning, waste, pest control and related service contracts across Melbourne Park.
• Oversee service delivery and performance across event and non-event modes, including the Australian Open.
• Manage contract KPIs, budgets, audits, reporting and compliance requirements.
• Support procurement, tendering and contract management processes.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, Tennis Australia, contractors and service providers.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency and value for money.
• Drive waste diversion, sustainability and environmental initiatives across the precinct with a focus on the Australian Open.
• Provide advice to venue teams and service departments on cleaning, waste and presentation requirements.
• Coordinate pre- and post-event cleaning inspections, reporting and corrective actions.
• Support operational projects and contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Negotiation

Performance improvement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Monday.com

Job description

Job Description

Contract Manager - Presentation Services
Melbourne, VIC

ABOUT US

From global spectacles to once-in-a-lifetime performances, Melbourne Park is where sport, entertainment, culture and community come to life. We welcome millions of guests to our precinct each year, and behind every experience are our people, working together with care and at pace to create the unforgettable. Home to Rod Laver Arena, John Cain Arena, Margaret Court Arena, AAMI Park, Centrepiece and the Australian Open, we are proud to be Melbourne’s world stage.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a collaborative Contract Manager - Presentation Services to join the Precinct Operations team at Melbourne Park. Reporting to the Director of Australian Open and Precinct Operations, you will lead the operational management of cleaning, waste management, pest control and related service contracts across the Precinct.

You will play a key role in ensuring Melbourne Park maintains world-class presentation, cleanliness and hygiene standards across both event and non-event operations, including the Australian Open. Working closely with venue teams, service providers and key stakeholders, you will drive contract performance, sustainability initiatives, continuous improvement and value-for-money outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cleaning, waste, pest control and related service contracts across Melbourne Park.


• Oversee service delivery and performance across event and non-event modes, including the Australian Open.


• Manage contract KPIs, budgets, audits, reporting and compliance requirements.


• Support procurement, tendering and contract management processes.


• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, Tennis Australia, contractors and service providers.


• Identify and implement opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency and value for money.


• Drive waste diversion, sustainability and environmental initiatives across the precinct with a key focus on the Australia Open.


• Provide advice to venue teams and service departments on cleaning, waste and presentation requirements.


• Coordinate pre- and post-event cleaning inspections, reporting and corrective actions.


• Support operational projects and contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement.

About you

You are an experienced contract management professional who thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment. You have strong stakeholder management skills, an eye for detail and a practical, solutions-focused approach to delivering high-quality outcomes.

• Extensive experience managing service-based contracts, ideally within facilities management, major events, venues or similar environments.


• Strong contract, financial and performance management skills.


• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.


• Experience managing service providers and driving performance against KPIs.


• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions.


• Experience preparing accurate reports and managing budgets and compliance requirements.


• A strong understanding of operational delivery, with a focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.


• High-level computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Monday.com.

What we offer

To deliver world-class events with world-class customer experiences we believe in fostering working environments that support our people to thrive both personally and professionally.

• Ongoing Learning & Development opportunities


• Generous paid Family & Carers leave scheme, including a staggered return to work plan and check-in days


• Free 24/7 safety, wellbeing & medical support for employees and families through our holistic care platform, Sonder


• Access to free event tickets through team member ticketing programs, Tickets 2 U and Mystery Guest


• Free onsite parking


• Ongoing cultural awareness and inclusion education

If you want your next professional experience to help you master new skills, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to unforgettable events on a 40-hectare precinct in the heart of Melbourne, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, abilities and identities. If you do not meet every criteria but believe you could excel in this role, we’d love to hear from you.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE - Thursday, 22nd October 2026

Please note: Applications may be reviewed as they are received. We encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible as this ad may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. You will receive an update on your application, whether you are successful or unsuccessful, via phone or email.

Melbourne Park is an equal opportunity employer, and we want to ensure everyone can apply for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the recruitment process and/or to perform the essential functions of this role, you can contact the team at [e-mail]. There will also be opportunities to discuss adjustments during the phone screen & interview process if shortlisted.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment screening. This includes, but is not limited to, a National Police Check and Working with Children Check. Melbourne Park may withdraw an employment offer in the event of an unsatisfactory screening result.

Melbourne Park operates a direct sourcing model, so we ask that agencies do not get in touch regarding this vacancy.

Melbourne Park values the privacy of every individual's personal information and is committed to protecting personal information. Your personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic).

For all enquiries regarding this role, contact [e-mail]. While we truly value your interest in our opportunities, please note that our recruiters may not be able to respond to individual LinkedIn messages.