Logan Water is committed to delivering safe, reliable and sustainable water and wastewater services for our growing community. Our Water Service Delivery team is responsible for maintaining and operating critical infrastructure that supports the day-to-day needs of Logan residents and businesses. As part of this team, you'll play an important role in ensuring the effective delivery of maintenance services through strong contract management, procurement and stakeholder engagement.

About the role

As a Contracts Administrator, you will provide specialist expertise in contract management, contract administration, procurement and tender coordination to support the effective delivery of maintenance and operational services across Logan Water.

This role manages the full lifecycle of maintenance contracts across civil, mechanical, electrical and other specialist service areas. You'll oversee contractor mobilisation, performance monitoring, financial administration, variations, compliance and contract close-out activities while ensuring value for money and strong service delivery outcomes.

Acting as a key liaison between Logan Water, contractors and Council's Corporate Procurement team, you'll build strong working relationships, support tendering activities, monitor contractor performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational outcomes. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing commercial, technical and stakeholder-focused responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Position responsibilities include:

- Managing the full lifecycle of maintenance contracts across multiple technical disciplines.




- Coordinating tender and procurement activities including EOIs, RFQs and RFTs.
- Administering contracts, monitoring contractor performance and managing contract compliance.
- Supporting contractor mobilisation, inductions and contract establishment activities.
- Developing and maintaining contract management systems, records and performance reporting.
- Providing specialist advice on procurement, tendering and contract management requirements.
- Conducting audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
- Coordinating work packages and communicating contractual requirements to service providers.
- Supporting negotiations and assisting with contractor dispute resolution.
- Building solid relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, suppliers and regulatory authorities.
- Preparing reports, correspondence and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance contractor performance and service delivery

Key indicators for success:

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate

- Experience in contract administration, procurement, tendering or contract management.
- Strong understanding of procurement legislation, policy frameworks and governance requirements.




- Experience coordinating end-to-end procurement and tender processes.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with attention to detail.
- Experience monitoring contractor performance, compliance and contractual obligations.
- Ability to prepare accurate reports, correspondence and performance information.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- High level customer service skills and a commitment to delivering positive stakeholder outcomes.
- Experience working with contract management, document management, financial or procurement systems.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information professionally.A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and value-for-money outcomes.

Requirements:

To be considered for and employed in this position, applicants must satisfactorily complete the following pre-employment screening checks, as applicable:

- Work Rights
- Satisfactory references
- Possession of a current "C" class driver's licence
- Formal qualifications in Engineering, Business, Commerce or a related discipline, and/or substantial demonstrated experience in contracts administration
- Additional employment-related background check/s (other than past employment reference checking) and be assessed as suitable to be able to ethically perform the inherent requirements of this position. This will include:
- National Police Check

📌 Contracts Administrator (Australia)
🏢 Logan City Council
📍 Australia