Contracts Administrator

Contracts Administrator

Level 6 - $122,693.21 per annum + Housing Allowance & Utilities Support

Residential Role - Site Based | Permanent, Full-Time

The Role

Are you an experienced contracts professional ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a confident and capable Contracts Administrator to oversee the full lifecycle of contract management across a diverse Capital Works Program.

In this key role, you'll be responsible for:

• Negotiating contract terms with internal and external stakeholders
• Monitoring, reviewing, and updating existing contract templates
• Ensuring that key stakeholders understand and comply with company contracts
• Analysing potential risks involved with specific contract terms
• Providing ongoing support for the project teams on a day-to-day basis for the management of contracts and understanding of the scope of works
• Preparing variation proposals and contractual notices in conjunction with Project Managers
• Assessing and verifying the accuracy of variation claims from contractors
• Preparing and managing contract claims in accordance with the contract and relevant legislation (progress claims, variations, EOT claims, Latent Conditions claims)
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and able to stay up-to-date with legislative changes
• Preparing weekly/monthly cost reports and status reports

We're seeking someone with strong contract law knowledge, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

If you're ready to make a meaningful contribution to your community and work on projects that shape the future of Port Hedland, we'd love to hear from you.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Law
• National Police Clearance
• Current 'C' class driver's license
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• Housing Allowance & Utilities Support: Up to $400 per week Housing Allowance and up to $1,500 per annum utilities assistance
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading plus an additional 2 public holidays a year
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
• Superannuation: 12% Superannuation, with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
• Wellness program: Enjoy perks like $300 wellness card (issued upon successful completion of 6 month probationary period), free gym membership, access to pool facilities
• Training & Development: We're committed to your career growth
• Paid parental leave
• Salary packaging: Save on costs with our flexible salary packaging options, from assisting with the price of rent of leasing a new vehicle through a novated lease
• Plus much more

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our recruitment team via .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Sunday 5th October 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.