We are seeking an experienced Contractor Management Specialist to join our Commercial Group within the Corporate Services Division. This specialist role provides strategic oversight of contractor capability, performance, governance and compliance, ensuring Sustainable Timber Tasmania achieves safe, sustainable and commercially effective outcomes across its operations.

About Us

Sustainable Timber Tasmania manages Tasmania’s public production forest for a vast array of environmental, social and economic values. Managing these forest values respectfully, innovatively and sustainably is at the heart of everything we do.

We are proud to be recognised as a Tasmanian Employer of Choice. We value diversity, equality and inclusion and are proud to be a workplace where people feel they are treated fairly and with respect. We encourage suitably qualified applicants of all ages, abilities, genders, cultures and linguistic backgrounds including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent to apply.

Our Values

Respect we create safe places

Responsibility we take ownership

Growth we create sustainable value

Excellence we make it happen​

About the position

The Contractor Management Specialist leads Sustainable Timber Tasmania's contractor management function and plays a key role in ensuring contractor services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with business requirements. Working closely with operational leaders, contractors and industry stakeholders, you will provide expert advice on contractor performance, governance, compliance and continuous improvement.

This position will influence strategic decision-making and help drive best practice contractor management across harvest, transport and other operational service arrangements.





This position may be based at any of our statewide offices, with the preferred location to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and continuously improve STT's contractor management frameworks, systems and governance processes.
- Monitor contractor performance across safety, environmental, operational and commercial measures, identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Provide specialist advice and support to leaders on contractor management, compliance and commercial matters.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with contractors, stakeholders and industry partners.
- Support contract administration, procurement activities and contractor review processes to ensure effective service delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen contractor capability, performance and business outcomes.

About you

The Position Description outlines the responsibilities and expectations of the role considered key to success; however, it is intended as a supplement to the recruitment process.

You will be a commercially minded professional with strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills. You thrive in complex operational environments and enjoy working collaboratively to improve systems, relationships and performance outcomes.

You will bring:





- Qualifications in supply chain and contract management, business, commerce, forestry operations, engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience in contractor management, contract administration, supplier performance management or commercial operations.
- Strong knowledge of contractor governance, compliance, safety and commercial contracting principles.
- Experience with tendering, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
- Well-developed analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and delivering positive commercial outcomes.

What's on offer

- A competitive remuneration package.
- A Permanent full-time specialist position.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Career development opportunities.
- The opportunity to influence contractor performance and service delivery across a diverse statewide operation.

Our employees overwhelmingly agree that STT is:

- A workplace where you are treated with respect, and
- An organisation that is committed to building a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Contact

For more information about the role please contact the General Manager Corporate Services Chris Brookwell via email ••••@sttas.com.au.

The position description (including accountabilities) and more information about STT's application process is available on our website at: www.sttas.com.au/about-us/careers

How to apply

Please include:

- A cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role and why you think you’re the best person for the job, and
- Your resume.

Applications close at midnight on Thursday 19 November 2026

📌 Contractor Management Specialist (10511) (Hobart)
🏢 Sustainable Timber Tasmania
📍 Hobart