Contracts Manager

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager based out of our Narangba office to lead our contract delivery for Energy QLD (Energex) for the trimming and clearing of the vegetation around powerlines. This pivotal role is accountable for financial performance, client relationship management, and operational delivery. You will oversee budgets, reporting, and profitability while engaging with senior client stakeholders to ensure contractual compliance and service excellence.

As a Contracts Manager at ETS, you'll be responsible for achieving strong financial outcomes, driving business growth, and maintaining proactive client partnerships. You will act as the senior point of contact for contractual and operational matters, supported by the General Manager and a dedicated operational team.

You will be responsible for tasks, including but not limited to:

• Full accountability for financial performance including P&L, forecasting, budgets and reporting
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client representatives
• Oversee field operations, resourcing and subcontractor management
• Lead, mentor and develop operational teams, with succession planning in place
• Drive continuous improvement in financial, operational and safety performance
• Maintain contract compliance and deliver timely resolution of client issues

• 5+ years experience in contract or project management within a mid-large organisation
• Strong financial and analytical acumen, with experience in P&L accountability and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to engage with senior clients and stakeholders on contractual and operational matters
• Proven people management and leadership capability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence in negotiation and decision making
• Industry experience in Vegetation Management (advantageous)

• Attractive salary package including participation in our annual bonus scheme
• Fully maintained company vehicle, iphone, ipad, laptop
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Opportunity for career development within an established national business
• Access to Employee Assist Program (EAP) and discount private health insurance
• Flexibility to support work-life balance

Since 1981, ETS has focused on delivering cost effective, efficient and sustainable utility maintenance services across the country. Our clients include the major utility companies covering power, water and gas; local, state and Federal Government departments; and major transport infrastructure companies servicing the rail and road networks across the country.

We are working together making communities safer through reliable and efficient services to utilities.

If you are seeking a new challenge and would enjoy the opportunity to work in a growing company, click on the APPLY NOW button and submit your application.

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We would like to take this opportunity to thank you in advance for your application and advise that only candidates that meet the position requirements and are an Australian Resident will be contacted.

ETS values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• What is your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have as a contracts manager?

ETS Infrastructure Management has been at the forefront of Australia's infrastructure landscape for over 40 years, pioneering innovation and excellence and helping to shape the future of our industry.