The purpose of this role is to provide strategic leadership, direction and oversight of contract management practices across a portfolio of high-value and high-risk contracts, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and the delivery of sustainable financial, operational and service outcomes.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Contract Management
Classification AO7
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC693608
Closing date 09-Oct-2026
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Contact person Jeremy Stagg
Contact details (07) 5687 5634
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The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Principal Contract Management Specialist to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

- Provide strategic direction and oversight for complex, high-value and high-risk contracts critical to organisational performance
- Partner with procurement to support effective organisational outcomes
- Represent the organisation in high-level negotiations with suppliers and external stakeholders
- Develop and oversee contract management strategies and plans for complex contracts are clearly defined and achieved

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

- While not mandatory, the following would be well regarded:

- A relevant qualification in procurement, contract management, law, business or a related commercial discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex, high-value or strategic contracts across the full contract lifecycle.
- Strong commercial acumen, with experience in contract performance management, negotiations and resolving complex contract issues
- Experience working collaboratively with procurement teams across sourcing and contract management phases.
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

- Versatile work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging




- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading

Salary

- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $144,315 - $154,879 per annum

About Us

Procurement and Contract Management is a core service line within the Financial Services Division, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality healthcare through effective, transparent and value-for-money procurement practices.

The service provides expert advice and oversight across the procurement and contract lifecycle, enabling strong governance and alignment with organisation priorities.

About Gold Coast Health

- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 9 October 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC693608

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

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