The Contracts Specialist is a vital role responsible for providing end-to-end contract administration and procurement support across operational and capital works portfolios.
Working as a key caretaker of organisational agreements, you will partner with business, legal, and operational stakeholders to administer contracts, issue variations, manage documentation changes, and uphold strict compliance frameworks.
Note: You do not need a legal qualification for this role—we are seeking a commercially sharp, detail-driven contract practitioner who excels at process, precision, and relationship care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Administration & Management: Serve as the meticulous caretaker of contractual documentation, managing contract variations, extensions, amendments, and execution protocols.
- Tendering & Formation: Coordinate end-to-end sourcing support, prepare commercial documentation (RFQs, RFPs, RFTS), and manage clarification and execution workflows.
- Governance & Precision: Maintain complete accuracy and thorough records under Finance & Administration guidelines, ensuring dot-the-i's and cross-the-t's precision to support internal governance.
- Supplier & Stakeholder Relationships: Build and manage productive, trusted relationships with suppliers and internal teams (Legal, Finance, Operations) to facilitate smooth contract lifecycles and resolve commercial queries.
- Commercial Risk Mitigation: Demonstrate a solid understanding of commercial terms, contractual mechanisms (e.g., liquidated damages), and risk controls.
About the location:
This role can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Cooma
About you:
You are a thorough, self-motivated contract or procurement specialist who prides themselves on accuracy, process adherence, and exceptional relationship skills.
- Background: Broad commercial experience gained within corporate Australia (infrastructure, services, or commercial sectors).
- Qualifications & Experience: Tertiary qualified in Business, Commerce, Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related discipline, with 3–5+ years of experience in contract administration or end-to-end procurement.
- Key Strengths: Meticulous attention to detail, strong commercial acumen, and the practical ability to handle operational challenges or process variations calmly and systematically.
- Systems & Governance: Experience with procurement/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Oracle) and structured governance frameworks.
About our workforce:
Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone feels included and can succeed. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications across our Sydney, Melbourne, and Cooma offices.
Contracts Specialist employer: Snowy Hydro
Snowy Hydro is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work in the stunning remote location of Khancoban, NSW. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth through hands-on experience in maintaining vital hydro generating equipment. The 9-day fortnight schedule allows for a great work-life balance, making it an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
