Contract Manager

Join to apply for the Contract Manager role at Western Health

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Contract Manager role at Western Health

• Employment Type : Fixed Term, Full Time (12-Month Contract)
• Salary: $125,000 per annum + Super + Salary Packaging
  
  
  • Location: Footscray Hospital
  • Employment Type : Fixed Term, Full Time (12-Month Contract)
  • Salary: $125,000 per annum + Super + Salary Packaging
    
    
  About The Role
  
  Western Health's Public Private Partnership (PPP) Footscray Hospital opens in early 2026. Plenary will be managing the new hospital through delivery partners Compass and Honeywell.
  
  Western Health's Operator Representative Team will manage the contract's performance, key activities and providing insightful analysis and reporting on the PPP.
  
  The Contract Manager is an instrumental member of the Operator Representative Team, responsible for ensuring service delivery by Plenary and its partners in accordance with the PPP contract.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  • Monitor compliance with the PPP Project Deed and ensure alignment with Western Health's operational needs.
  • Evaluate performance against KPIs and service level agreements.
  • Respond to service disruptions and critical incidents with effective stakeholder coordination.
  • Review reports (including QFM and monthly project reports) and escalate contract concerns.
  • Lead audits, monitor defect liability issues, and manage extension of time requests.
  • Maintain documentation and develop contract administration processes and manuals.
  • Foster strong internal and external stakeholder relationships to mitigate risk and support best practice.
    
    
  About You
  • To be successful in this role you will have proven experience in PPP contracts and contract management, have a high attention to detail and proven track record of developing strong relationships across a variety of stakeholders.
  • You will be proficiency in administrative and document management systems with excellent written and verbal skills.
  • A background in health, construction, or facilities sectors will be advantageous, as well as experience working within large, complex organisation.
    
    
  Position Description
  
  About Western Health
  
  Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.
  
  With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
  
  We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
  
  We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
  
  Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.
  
  Why join us?
  
  Compensation And Benefits
  • Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
  • Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
  • Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
    
    
  Learning and development opportunities
  • Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
  • Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
  • Mentorship and career support.
    
    
  Community impact and inclusion
  • Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
  • Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
  • Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
    
    
  Organisational culture and environment
  • Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
  • Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
    
    
  Ready to make an impact?
  
  If you're passionate about being part of a world class health service, part of a brand new hospital opening, and making a meaningful contribution to the performance outcome impacting thousands of staff and patients, then we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.
  
  If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
  
  Closing date: 11:59pm on 22 August 2025.
  
  Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Susan Anderson via email Susan.Anderson@wh.org.au .
  
  Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
  
  Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
  
  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
  
  Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
  Employment type
  • Employment typeContract
  Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Western Health by 2x

Get notified about new Contract Manager jobs in Footscray, Victoria, Australia.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$160,000.00-A$180,000.00 4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month ago

Pre-Contracts Manager - Water Infrastructure

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 11 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 months ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 16 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$160,000.00-A$180,000.00 3 days ago

Truganina, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Contract Manager | Renewables | Solar + BESS

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$150,000.00-A$165,000.00 6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$120,000.00-A$150,000.00 16 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Brand Manager Contract (UK working holiday visas welcome)

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$130,000.00-A$175,000.00 2 weeks ago

Prahran, Victoria, Australia $95,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago

Senior Manager- Employee & Industrial Relations - Oceania - APAC

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Senior Contracts Administrator - Suburban ConnectProject Administrator (Fixed-Term Contract)

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days ago

Broadmeadows, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago

Senior Property Manager (12-Month Contract)

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days ago

Senior Manager - Strategic Partnerships | 12 Month Contract

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---