Senior Contract Officer - Strategic Contract Management & Compliance

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Contract Officer to lead contract management within Contracts and Infrastructure. This role focuses on oversight, performance analysis, and ensuring compliance across major contracts, including transport services for custody facilities.

The position involves negotiating, identifying variations, and coordinating with stakeholders to support timely service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management of complex service contracts.
• Knowledge of Victorian Government procurement guidelines and/or service delivery contracts.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports including commercial and contractual analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracts in the Corrections and Justice Services portfolio, ensuring compliance and performance against contract obligations.
• Prepare high‑quality reports and briefs for senior stakeholders on commercial, contractual and operational matters.
• Travel to contracted sites as required to monitor performance and delivery of services.

Job description

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Contract Officer to lead contract management within Contracts and Infrastructure. This role focuses on oversight, performance analysis, and ensuring compliance across major contracts, including transport services for custody facilities.

The position involves negotiating, identifying variations, and coordinating with stakeholders to support timely service delivery.