Organisation/Entity:  Transport For NSW

Job Category:  Projects

Job Location:  Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150

Job Ref No:  53961

Employment Type:  Fixed Term Full-Time

Salary Range:  $120423.0-$134872.0

About us

Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do – and we do a lot. We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and even active modes like walking and cycling. The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are a state government organisation made up of more than 28,000 people and we're in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.

That means job opportunities in metropolitan and regional areas right across NSW – you have the chance to be part of creating a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.

 About the team

 This role sits in the Commercial Services team of TfNSW working within the Development Branch. The role will move to the Sydney Project Delivery Branch, along with other M12 Motorway project team members, for the delivery phase of the project.

The Commercial Services team supports the procurement and delivery of all TfNSW infrastructure projects by providing contract management, commercial governance and controls to projects, whilst driving transformative initiatives in performance and risk management.

The M12 Motorway project involves the development and construction of a motorway grade road between the M7 Motorway and The Northern Road. Providing a gateway to the new Western Sydney International Airport.

The opportunity

Right now, we have a fixed term full-time opportunity for a Senior Contracts Administrator to join the Commercial Services team for the M12 Motorway project.

You will provide targeted support in contract management, service variations, and contract documentation to ensure suppliers comply with their contractual obligations, including performance standards. You will also contribute to commercial engagements including tenders, evaluations, and supplier negotiations to ensure that service contracts reflect strategic transport outcomes and short to medium term planning requirements.

The Senior Contracts Administrator will model good leadership to inspire direction and delivery, develop people and drive change. You will cover all facets of the contract lifecycle from development to tendering, contract management and closure.

Please click here to view a copy of the role description.

About you

You will have proven experience and expertise in contract administration for infrastructure projects, including being responsible for providing support and timely advice, managing systems, and reporting of contracts. You will be working closely with the Commercial Manager providing timely advice and working on complex issues, as well as supporting the contract administrators.

You will have Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position is Grade 8 ($120,423.00) – ($134,872.00) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading. For more information on Employee Benefits at TfNSW please click here.

Interested? 

Joining Transport for NSW, you’ll have access to a range of unique government benefits in a flexible work environment like no other. If you’re ready to step into this meaningful and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

Applications close: 11.59PM, Wednesday 2nd March 2022

We are the community we serve

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

We enable our people to work in ways that work for them and their teams. Working virtually and from different locations including regional locations, staggering work hours and job sharing are just some of the ways our people can work flexibly.

Please contact the Talent Specialist below if you require any adjustments to be made to how you interact with us throughout the recruitment process or would like to discuss flexible work options.

For any enquiries, please email Jack Curran at JACK.CURRAN@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

We’re certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace

Our flexible work practices and policies for parental leave, employee and family wellbeing and family care enable us to provide genuine support for our people to thrive at work and at home.

Apply today to register your interest!

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Our COVIDSafe Measures Policy

All Transport for NSW workers are required to have:

appropriate evidence of being fully vaccinated with a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine; or

an approved medical contraindication.

You will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status or apply for a medical exemption prior to securing this role.

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