Contracts Specialist

1 week ago

Brisbane, Australia National Heavy Vehicle Regulator Full time

The Contracts Specialist plays a critical role in overseeing the effective management of NHVR’s contractual arrangements, ensuring they are compliant, strategically aligned, and deliver measurable value. From negotiating terms and managing performance to resolving disputes, the role encompasses the full contract lifecycle._
- Reporting to the Manager - Procurement and Contracts, this position is instrumental in strengthening supplier relationships, mitigating risk, and enhancing operational efficiency across the organization._

**_ Key responsibilities of this role are:_**
- Draft, negotiate, execute, monitor, renew, and close out contracts
- Provide expert advice on contract terms and compliance
- Resolve disputes and non-compliance issues
- Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues
- Maintain a centralised contract repository (Vendor Panel)
- Report on contract status, expiries, renewals, and risks
- Develop and implement contract frameworks and templates
- Collaborate with procurement to improve cost and process efficiency
- Ensure compliance with WH&S and NHVR policies
- NHVR’s _Procurement and Contracts team_ are currently undertaking growth and considerable transformation, and this is an exciting time to join the organisation._

**About You**

**_ Skills & Capabilities_**
- _Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills_
- _Excellent customer service orientation_
- _Time management and prioritisation_
- _Contract analysis and risk identification_
- _Attention to detail and documentation accuracy_
- _Project management knowledge_
- _Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management tools_

**_Qualifications & Experience_**

**_ Essential:_**
- _5+ years in contract management or procurement_
- _Degree in Supply, Procurement, Business, Commerce, or equivalent_
- _Strong understanding of contract management principles_

**_Highly Regarded:_**
- _Certifications like CPCM or CPSM_
- _Knowledge of Queensland Government procurement frameworks_
- _Experience in government or regulatory environments_
- _Background in contract law_

**Why join us?**

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistences across state and territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 1000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

**We offer**
- A competitive salary package from **_$132,034.85_**_ + superannuation _
- _Monthly RDO_ and paid leave over Christmas closure.
- Hybrid working environment - up to2 days from home.
- Up to15.25% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme
- Leave loading 17.5%
- Wellbeing programs - discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions.
- Salary packaging options including novated lease.
- Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan.
- Ongoing training and professional development support
- Professional membership

**Application Process**

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

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