Inspired by lifestyle.

Driven by opportunity.

Vacancy Number

ER2014

Position Title

Contract Administration Lead

Employment Status

Permanent, Full time

Department

Business Services (embedded in Environment, Heritage & Resilience)

Location

Bundall Precinct

Award Classification

Stream A, Level 7

Salary

$107,117 - $113,388

Hours

36 hours per week, 9-day fortnight

About your new role

Lead responsive contract administration, documentation and governance activities. Including providing guidance to the assigned partner as part of the Contract Management and Partnerships team. This includes coordination of internal business processes related to contracts, administration of contractual arrangements, interpreting contract documents and facilitating contractual processes, including governance and facilitation processes. Responsibilities include:

• Lead contract administration for key waste and resource recovery agreements, including leading and supporting the development of internal resources
• Manage contractual governance, including reporting and oversight meetings
• Ensure compliance with City policies and agreement requirements
• Prepare and maintain contract documentation, including variations, registers, and meeting records
• Contribute to contract management tasks, including negotiating scope and cost items
• Advise teams on contract-related technical enquiries and requirements
• Maintain strong working relationships with the Waste and Resource Recovery team and delivery partners in delivery of the Waste Partnerships function
• Assist in preparing timely reports on contract status for stakeholders

We're looking for people who have:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in contract administration/management roles
• Experience in leading and developing teams
• Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Laws or Equivalent Knowledge

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

9-day fortnight

Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations

Personal and professional development courses

Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member

1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email [email protected]

Our selection process may include a one-way videointerview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person

Sam Atkinson

Contact

[email protected]

Closing Date

Sunday 20th July 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.