Senior Contract Officer

Transport for NSW; City of Parramatta; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Contract Manager to lead a portfolio of technology and commercial contracts that support customer-focused digital initiatives in Parramatta.

You will oversee end-to-end contract administration, including performance management, financial tracking, and compliance with government procurement and governance frameworks, while providing expert commercial advice to negotiate favorable terms and drive value for money.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract and commercial management within technology/ICT or complex service delivery environments.
• Ability to analyse commercial issues and negotiate contracts.
• Strong governance and supplier-performance management.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach with risk identification.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of technology and commercial contracts to support digital initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end contract administration, including performance, financial tracking, and compliance with government procurement and governance frameworks.
• Provide expert commercial advice and drive supplier performance to deliver value for money and strong service outcomes.

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location: Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150

Job reference number: 107963

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $141678.0-$158677.0

You take ownership of your career and you're always open to new opportunities.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work-life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you'll:

This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of technology and commercial contracts to support the delivery of customer-focused digital initiatives. It oversees end-to-end contract administration, including performance management, financial tracking, and ensuring compliance with government procurement and governance frameworks.

The position provides expert commercial advice, supports negotiations, and drives supplier performance to deliver value for money and strong service outcomes. It also plays a key role in managing risk, improving contract processes, and fostering effective supplier partnerships across a complex technology environment.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About You

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in contract and commercial management, ideally within technology, ICT, or complex service delivery environments which are supporting delivery of services directly to customer. They have a solid understanding of large and complex projects with proven capability in negotiating contracts, analysing commercial issues, and managing supplier performance.

The candidate is a confident communicator who can influence stakeholders and navigate complex, multi-vendor environments while ensuring compliance and governance standards are met. A proactive and detail-oriented approach is essential, with the ability to identify risks, drive continuous improvement, and deliver high-quality commercial outcomes.

Who We Are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available.

Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 5 October, 2026.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

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