Fire Services Contract Manager — Compliance & Procurement Lead

ACT; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Government is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead the Fire Services stream for its government property portfolio in Canberra. You will manage fire maintenance contracts, ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and AS 1851, and develop tender documentation alongside clients.

You will oversee a small team, evaluate proposals, manage contractors, inspect progress, and advise staff and stakeholders on fire protection systems.

Qualifications

• Specialist trade qualification or technical experience in Fire Maintenance or Fire Protection Services.
• Working knowledge of AS 1851 and routine service, inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems.
• Experience in procurement and contract management for building maintenance services.
• Ability to build positive relationships with clients, contractors and colleagues and lead a team.
• Committed to safety, compliance, quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Fire Services stream across the ACT Government property portfolio.
• Scope works with clients and develop technical and tender documentation.
• Evaluate proposals and manage contractors through to completion.
• Inspect work in progress and provide expert advice on fire protection systems.
• Monitor contractor performance, compliance outcomes, defects and risks; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Fire maintenance

Fire protection services

Procurement

Contract management

Team leadership

Education

Specialist trade qualification or technical experience in Fire Maintenance/Fire Protection

Engineering/Architecture/Project Management qualification or building degree

Job description

ACT Government is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead the Fire Services stream for its government property portfolio in Canberra. You will manage fire maintenance contracts, ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and AS 1851, and develop tender documentation alongside clients.

You will oversee a small team, evaluate proposals, manage contractors, inspect progress, and advise staff and stakeholders on fire protection systems.