Contract Manager

• Full time permanent role based from Potts Hill with flexible working available
• EA 14 (38 hours) - $149,698.60 + super

Join Sydney Water in our Water Resource and Recovery team as a Contract Manager. This hands on and exciting role will manage supplier contracts across a diverse range of facilities. Although based at Potts Hill the role will require some flexibility and travel to a range of sites.

About the role:

This role is critical to delivery of the optimal balance of operational, commercial, safety, environmental and regulatory outcomes, risks and opportunities for operational contracts in Sydney Water. These include contracts for major water resource recovery facilities, plant facilities contracts, and the supply and services of residuals management contracts to Sydney Water's treatment plants. You will also provide leadership in the management of these contracts including a strong operational risk, safety and management focus.

What you will be doing: 

• Operational management of the relationships between Sydney Water and our suppliers and contractors, informing decision making with respect to these contracts, including incident management
•  Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and regulatory representatives
• Contract administration of the assigned contract including budget management, report, data analytics
• Oversee critical contracts to balance operational, commercial, and regulatory needs; lead commercial analysis within regulatory and operational frameworks; manage contracts in alignment with Sydney Water’s governance; and demonstrate ethical leadership in navigating competing priorities.
• Support the development of procurement strategies for Water Resource Recovery contracts, ensuring commercial, operational, probity, and risk objectives;
• Lead tender preparation and evaluation, including scope development, provide technical assistance in contract creation and negotiation for effective organisational outcomes.

Your Experience and Qualifications:

In addition to relevant tertiary qualifications or experience deem equivalent, and full drivers licence, you will have strong relationship-building skills and be an effective collaborator

• Skilled in conflict resolution and managing competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment abilities.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication across all levels.
•  Strong time management and prioritization skills.
•  Proficient in learning and using software for data analysis and operations.
•  Ability to present complex data clearly.
• Relevant experience in the water industry and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated initiative in work management and process improvements.

Does this sound like you? Apply now. Closing date: Sunday May 18th at 11.59PM

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need. For more information, you can contact recruitment@sydneywater.com.au 

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.  

Why join us 

At Sydney Water, your work will make a real difference in people’s lives—and your own. With diverse projects and roles, you'll find ample career growth opportunities. At Sydney Water, we actively seek and celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and individuality., fostering a safe environment where everyone can thrive and shape impactful community projects. We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression among our many benefits.  

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance. 

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Working at Sydney Water  

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

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