Contract Management Specialist (Melton)

Full Time Fixed term Position
- Until November 2026 Band 7
- Salary Range $109,825 to $122,758 per annum + 12% Super + ADO Salary offered will depend on level of skills and experience. The Opportunity The Contract Management Specialist is a key role in enhancing Council’s governance, accountability and value‑for‑money outcomes through the delivery of strong, effective contract management practices. The role contributes to organisational success by:
- Embedding and further developing a contemporary Procurement & Contract Management System
- Providing expert contract management advice across Council
- Improving service delivery outcomes for the community through effective supplier management
- Enhancing contract governance, compliance and risk management
- Supporting data‑driven decision‑making through contract intelligence and performance insights The position contributes directly to organisational performance by ensuring contracts are strategically managed throughout their lifecycle. Key Responsibilities
- Act as Council’s subject matter expert in contract management
- Provide specialist advice and guidance to staff on contract governance, risk and performance
- Support implementation and ongoing management of Council’s Contract Management System
- Monitor contract performance, compliance and risk mitigation activities About you To be successful in this role you will have the following:
- Degree or diploma in procurement, commerce or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Demonstrated experience in contract management within a complex organisation
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, issues and improvement opportunities
- Knowledge of governance, compliance and supplier performance management practices Staff Benefits | Melton City Council
- 13 ADO's (Accrued Day Off) per year*
- 5 weeks annual leave*
- Genuine Versatile work options
- Additional $500 per annum pro rata superannuation for female employees over the age of 45
- Access to the Local Government Employee Health Plan (GMHBA) with exclusive benefits
- 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave (Super is paid during parental leave)*
- 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carer Leave* *Eligible for Full Time positions or for Fixed term positions eligible after 12 months of employment. To be eligible for employment at Melton City Council you must be legally entitled to work in Australia. All successful applicants will need to undertake pre‑employment requirements including but not limited to a satisfactory criminal history record check. Successful applicants must be able to comply with any public health orders applicable to local government. We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Melton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has Zero tolerance for child abuse. Melton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery. Applications close 11:59pm Wednesday 13 May 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3psfma