Contract Delivery Specialist

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

There's never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we're working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we're looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Contract Delivery Specialist at our Perth CBD Office, on a 12 month max-term basis.

About this role

In this role, you will form part of the contract management team whom are responsible for delivering Western Power's major capital contracts in accordance with the business' objectives and Contract Management Framework.

This position is accountable for supporting Contract Managers and a Superintendent in the management of high-profile contracts by participating in contract implementation from award to close out. The contract management team ensures all aspects of the contracts are complied with, primarily with respect to time, cost, quality and safety. You will be tasked with preparing an assortment of contractual notices and correspondence to Western Power's broad range of contractors who are based locally, interstate and overseas.

The administrative support of the ongoing contracts includes but is not limited to maintaining contract documentation in the electronic management system (PORTT & EDM), preparing variation orders, extensions of time, additional funds requests, tracking payments, arranging progress meetings and taking minutes, establishing strong relationships with contractors and services provider for fast resolution of any arising matters.

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commerce or relevant and demonstrated extensive industry experience of at least 8 to 10 years
• Sound knowledge and proven understanding of contract management principles with at least 4 to 5 years contract management experience
• Ability to show guidance, communication effectively, have good interpersonal skills, complimented by influencing/negotiation skills
• Ability to implement change and innovation, internally and via contract arrangements
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels within a corporate environment
• Ability to interpret legislation with regards to contract law

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, women, young & mature age workers, the LGBTQI+ community.

We are an employer of choice, offering our employees a range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary plus 11% superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements that support part time work, flexible working hours and working from home arrangements
• Professional Development opportunities including training initiatives and study assistance
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme
• Access to five Employee Network Groups - First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Diverse Sexualities and Genders, Women, and People with Disability - which celebrate and communicate the diversity of our workforce and connect diversity and inclusion to our broader business activities
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

We are also proud to have launched our Innovate RAP in Mar 2022 (Reconciliation Action Plan). Our Innovate RAP outlines our commitment to the Reconciliation journey in WA.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Applications close on 23rd January 2024.

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply' button.

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