Senior Contracts Officer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Senior Contracts Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Key role in making NSW a better place to live, work and visit!
• Access online & class-based learning courses, salary packaging, flex days...
• Customer-centric role

• Excellent opportunity to work for Transport for NSW!
• Transport Service Grade 7 ($98,955 - $110,830), plus employer?s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Temporary Full Time Opportunity, from the 5 November 2018 to 5 July 2019 with possibility of extension
• Wollongong Location

It is an exciting time to join the Transport Infrastructure and Services team as we help to deliver a modern dynamic and safe transport network.   We are currently delivering a program of work that will revolutionise the way we travel around the NSW Community.  Within TfNSW, our Infrastructure & Services (I&S) group provides integrated end-to-end planning, development, delivery of transport assets, and operations of transport services that our customers value. We transform strategy into seamless transport networks and services, efficiently and effectively.

The Opportunity

We have a temporary opportunity for a Senior Contracts Officer to be a part of our Southern Delivery Office team within Transport for NSW. This role plays a key part in making NSW a better place to live, work and visit.

The primary purpose of the role is to contribute to the overall customer experience by providing assistance and support in the procurement, contract development & management for transport services.  This position will play a key role in the development, negotiation and ongoing contract management and governance of the services contracts for the provision of transport services that form part of an integrated, safe, reliable, customer-focused and efficient service that meets the needs of stakeholders.  You will ensure that the relevant stakeholders comply with their contractual obligations, including performance standards, to provide cost effective and efficient services.

In this role you will have the opportunity to establish systems, processes and tools to help us track key activities within the program, so this role is suited to someone who has experience in preparing analysis, accurate and timely advice, information and reports on any performance management or contractual matters, including highlighting any trends, forecasts or risks that require management action, and can recommend strategic solutions.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager Murray ? Murrumbidgee, we are looking for a hardworking and proactive individual who has the capability to provide regular updates on key projects, issues and priorities and have experience in developing strong relationships and collaborate to facilitate strategic decision making.

In return, we encourage you to enjoy our excellent benefits such as our dedicated Women in Leadership focus & support options, flexible work opportunities, online and class-based learning courses, salary packaging options, generous leave options, and access to a fitness passport as well as free access to gym facilities.

For more information on this role, view the role description here.

At Transport, our vision is for a truly integrated transport system that will meet the needs of our customers now and into the future. The Transport portfolio includes Transport for NSW as principal agency with Sydney Trains, NSW Trains, State Transit Authority and Roads and Maritime Services as our key operating agencies.

We are a values based organisation and  employ the most talented people to work together to deliver services for our customers and make NSW a better place to live, do business and visit.


Benefits

At Transport our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. These include flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, health and wellbeing programs, and a program that helps you stay connected with work before, during and after parental leave.

Check out our Employee Benefits Guide to find out more about the benefits available to you when you join Transport.


Our commitment to Diversity

Great people come from all walks of life and at Transport for NSW we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce which reflects the community and the customers we serve.


Essential requirements

• Relevant qualifications in procurement, law, commerce, business or economics and/or equivalent industry experience
• Proven knowledge and experience in contract development, negotiation, governance and management, preferably in a transport environment
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of commercial and contract law, and public sector statutory requirements
• Hold a current NSW Driver?s licence and be prepared to regularly travel throughout the region 

Please note: The successful candidate will need to undertake background checks and criminal record checks.

To apply for this role, please submit a resume and brief covering letter (no longer than two pages) which addresses:

a) The reason for your interest in this role, and
b) How your skills and experience suit the role 

For more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Sector please click here or for more information on Transport for NSW please click on link provided.

For any enquiries, please contact Claire Minahan on 02 8574 3550 and quote 000069V0.

If you encounter technical issues please contact I Work for NSW Support Team on 1800 562 679 (Mon-Fri) or [email protected].


Applications close: 11:59 pm, Wednesday 25 July, 2018.