Contract Manager

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

• Manage and lead the delivery of major projects and initiatives for the department.
• Ongoing Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service.
• VPS Grade 6: $134,593 to $180,115 plus superannuation.

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking a Contract Manager to provide a critical role within Corrections Victoria.

About the Business Unit

The Contracts and Infrastructure Branch are responsible for contract management, commercial oversight and advisory services, as well as the effective management and maintenance of all Corrections and Justice Services' prison and related infrastructure. This includes:

• The management and oversight of major contracts including the three private prisons, Port Phillip Prison, Ravenhall Correctional Centre and Fulham Correctional Centre.
• Representing the Corrections and Justice Services' interests on infrastructure and construction projects to ensure the best possible outcome for stakeholders and commercial partners.
• The development and implementation of all required systems, processes and policies to sustain this diverse asset portfolio.

About the Role

The Contract Manager provides leadership with a strong focus on driving innovation and continuous improvement and ensures the State receives value for money for contracted services through the delivery of best practice contract administration and contemporary approaches to commercial management. The role will manage a team of contract management professionals.

The role will involve regular travel to prison locations and other sites where contracted services are being delivered and may require overnight travel

Some of your duties will include:

• Leading the contract management function within the portfolio including managing the contractor relationship relating to operational, financial, and contractual risks and issues that may emerge.
• Developing and presenting authoritative written documentation and reports on contractual and operational issues to senior management, including the Commissioner, Secretary and Ministers.
• Driving and implementing contract initiatives including undertaking commercial negotiations for required service changes and leading procurement activities, driving value for money and operational excellence.

To learn more about this role before applying, please read the attached position description.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in the management of complex service contracts and the ability to prepare comprehensive reports including commercial and contractual analysis.
• Extensive experience in contract administration and comprehensive understanding of Public Private Partnerships, together with high level skills in the provision of commercial advice for major contracts and negotiation skills.

How to Apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

Applications close Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11.59PM