Senior Contract Officer (005307)
Department of State Growth
Transport
Road User Services
Applications must be submitted by
Position details
Applications close:
AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 5
Salary:
$99,482.00 to $104,352.00 per annum
Employment type:
Permanent, flexible, Permanent, full-time
Job description:
As part of a small results-focussed team, you will enhance program and service delivery outcomes through the provision of specialist advice and support that contributes directly to the delivery of effective public transport services across Tasmania. This includes the administration, management and performance monitoring of the contract and governance arrangements which deliver vital passenger and other transport services.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that understands the importance of flexibility. Talk to us about what flexibility may look like for you.
Duties
- Provide specialist advice on complex contract management and administration matters and issues relating to passenger and other transport services, including making recommendations and preparation of investigation reports and briefings to senior management and relevant staff within our Branch.
- Perform high level research, analysis and planning, organise and conduct routine audits and compliance audits in areas of high risk. Conduct investigations, develop solutions that meet operational requirements, and negotiate the implementation of service amendments.
- Anticipate, identify, analyse and manage emerging issues that may include non-compliance or breaches of contract.
- Working directly and constructively with people from all levels of industry, government and the community, advise, liaise, negotiate and consult with diverse stakeholders and contract holders, and represent the department to influence outcomes.
- Receive and respond to routine Ministerial correspondence, prepare briefing notes and other high level written documentation targeted for diverse audiences including tender and contract documents and related materials.
- Assist in preparing for and managing processes for procurement, variation and termination of contracts in accordance with passenger transport legislation, Treasury instructions and departmental policy to ensure efficient delivery of passenger transport services and value to Government.
- Contribute to a productive and supportive team environment and play a positive role in change management in the team.
Desirable Requirements
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Relevant tertiary qualifications (possibly in accounting, business, finance, law or project management)
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
Statement of Duties - Senior Contract Officer.docx
Statement of Duties - Senior Contract Officer.pdf
Advice to applicants.DOCX
Advice to applicants.pdf
For more information
| Name: |
Mathew Kluver |
| Position: |
A/Manager, Contracts and Performance |
| Email: |
mathew.kluver@stategrowth.tas.gov.au |
| Phone: |
(03) 6166 3336 |
How to apply
To apply, please provide a one to two page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button.
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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at recruitment@stategrowth.tas.gov.au
Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX
Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf