Senior Contracts Specialist

• Strong 12.75% super | Flexible Work Options
• 24-Month Fixed Term Contract
• Renewable Energy Projects

At Yurika, we’re not just employees; we are catalysts for change, embarking on exciting projects that redefine the way we power the world.
As a part of our team, you will be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the development and implementation of cutting-edge renewable energy solutions that make a tangible difference, shifting Australia towards a more sustainable energy future.Through our rapidly growing national footprint, our teams work across everything from electricity networks, to solar, wind and battery projects, through to metering, telecommunications, EV charging and the supply of electrical infrastructure products.Yurika is part of Energy Queensland – the largest, wholly government-owned electricity company in Australia that also includes Energex, Ergon Energy Network and Ergon Energy Retail. We have 100+ years’ experience in generation, transmission, and distribution power systems in Queensland and Australia, and we’re a key player delivering on the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan.Why work for Yurika? We believe in empowering our people, offering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your ideas and passion for sustainability are not just valued, but crucial. Join us and experience:

• A solid pipeline of exciting projects
• The ability to make a real difference to Australia’s energy landscape
• Flexibility to balance work with the other things in life important to you
• Job security and competitive salary packages
• Flexible remuneration options including salary sacrificing, novated leases, plus strong 12.75% superannuation
• A wide range of benefits secured by enterprise bargaining agreements
• A diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone belongs Career development and recognition, with opportunities to grow your career through professional development and internal mobility A safety-first workplace culture that incorporates physical and mental health An array of wellness programs from skin checks to gym memberships, through to mentoring and guidance, and 24/7 employee assistance program support, and higher than industry average levels of employee engagement.

About your new role:You’ll collaborate closely with the Works Delivery, Solutions Development and Sales teams to ensure successful energy transformation initiatives across Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, Toowoomba, and Brisbane.You’ll take charge of overseeing commercial risk and liabilities ensuring we identify key risks to contract implementation and financial results. You’ll also develop effective strategies to safeguard contract commercial, delivery and compliance performance.Reporting into Major Projects Contract Manager, you will be responsible for managing commercial contract arrangements and the delivery of assigned work portfolios and projects.You will ensure commercial strategies, plans and objectives are managed amongst key stakeholder relationships including leading complex negotiation, union consultation and providing advice and interpretation to all participants.Your role will be pivotal in the successful establishment and delivery of work, relative to lump sum Australian Standard contracts and long-term operations to provide active input into identifying and finding solutions.The position has been evaluated as Professional and Managerial Grade Two (PM2). The remuneration for your new role is from $159k plus 12.75% super for a 10-day fortnight. The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the successful applicant’s knowledge, skills and competencies that are required in this position. Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Energy Queensland Union Collective Agreement 2020.About you:You should hold essential degree qualifications in business, engineering, project management and significant work experience in Australian Standard contracts for design and construct and construct only contracts.You have extensive experience providing contract management outcomes and you relish achieving commercial success and compliance when delivering to business objectives.You excel at working collaboratively to optimise contracts and you seamlessly maintain effective relationships with delivery partners and project managers with authorisation to negotiate on behalf of Project teams.If you're ready for your next challenge, apply now to join the Yurika team as a Senior Contract Specialist.Essentials

• Degree in, business, engineering, project management, or related business fields, or an equivalent qualification and extensive work experience.
• ‘C’ class drivers’ licence is required for this role

Desirable

• Tertiary qualifications in law.
• Project delivery management qualifications or experience to a level of competency that is equivalent.

Yurika is growing! If this role isn’t for you, please reach out to learn more about the different opportunities we have coming up. Please contact Matt Hopping careers@yurika.com.au for a confidential chat to learn more about the position, Yurika or some of the exciting projects you’ll have the opportunity to be involved with.How to ApplyIf you are ready to help Yurika shape the future of energy, please apply below with a current resume.This is a 24-month fixed term opportunity and applications will close at 12pm, Friday, 26th April 2024.For more information about this role, click the “Position Description” link.We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.Click to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.