Senior Contract Officer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Officer to lead and optimize the management of critical operational contracts, including chemical contracts and major water operations and supply agreements.

This role requires a balance of operational, commercial, safety, environmental, and regulatory considerations to ensure the highest outcomes for Sydney Water.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support up to 30 indirect reports, fostering a culture of safety, wellness, and high performance.
• Champion safety and regulatory compliance across operational contracts.
• Oversee commercial and operational management of bulk chemicals and other major agreements.
• Monitor supplier compliance, manage performance against KPIs, and handle periodic price reviews.
• Contribute to procurement strategy, contract negotiations, and financial analysis.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective contract management and compliance.

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, science, commerce or law.
• Understanding of compliance, probity and audit requirements and how they relate to commercial contracts.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, able to communicate at all organisational levels, with regulators and contractors.
• Experience in formulating and implementing new contracts especially with respect to performance management
• Minimum1 years’ experience in contract management

 Dive into Our Great Benefits!

Competitive Remuneration: Offering base salary $132,691.17plus 11.5% superannuation and RDOs!

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.

Subsidised Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and childcare allowances.

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Application close date: 11.59pm AEST Wednesday 16th October 2024

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.

 Working at Sydney Water  

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.  

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