Junior Contract Administrator (Blue Mountains City Council)

Job Description – Junior Contract Administrator ) Junior Contract Administrator- Company Overview UGL Transport is a diversified transport company delivering critical assets and essential services that sustain and enhance the environment in which we live. Our capabilities extend across a broad range of services and whole-of-life solutions across the Transport sector, utilising world leading, sustainable and innovative technologies. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue‑chip companies, government agencies, private enterprise, and public institutions. We are guided by our Company values which extend to all leaders and team members and across all departments within the company. UGL Regional Linx (UGLRL) is a subsidiary of UGL, headquartered in Orange, NSW, with regional depots throughout the state. We focus on creating job opportunities in regional and rural communities, with over 85% of our workforce based in regional NSW. We manage the CRN – Country Regional Network, ensuring secure transportation of people and goods across NSW. Job Purpose This role will be involved in providing general contractual support across procurement, contract administration, and other contractual matters across the project. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will focus on maximising efficiency and effectiveness in all contractual matters, leading to the implementation of improvement programs and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements. Key Responsibilities
- The Contracts Administrator will support the development and maintenance of a coordinated approach to contractual matters for UGL Regional Linx, seeking value for money, relationship management, and performance management of suppliers and contractors.
- Provide expert and authoritative advice and support on contractual matters.
- Assist in the development and implementation of contractual strategies and plans.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on contractual issues and resolutions.
- Support contract managers in developing and implementing robust contract procurement plans and schedules.
- Identify risks or opportunities and work with contract managers to implement robust financial and procurement controls.
- Maintain contract registers, templates, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate the implementation of preferred supplier agreements, including project planning and communication.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Qualifications
- Relevant degree or qualifications in business, engineering, finance, supply chain, or law.
- Sound experience within complex contractual environments.
- A solid understanding of Strategic Supply Planning, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Law, and Contract Management. Diversity We embrace diversity in all its forms—backgrounds, ideas, work styles, and perspectives. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage applications from women, individuals with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature‑aged workers, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Our selection process includes relevant screening checks such as national criminal history and pre‑employment medical assessments, including drug and alcohol screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qnxvh