Job opportunity

People need to get to work, home and everywhere in between and businesses rely on our roads. With a rich history dating back to 1926 and exciting future ahead, Main Roads Western Australia is the WA State Government agency responsible for managing the State's road network safely, connecting people and places. Main Roads is not just about roads. It’s about people.

About the Role

The position is based in Main Roads Head Office in East Perth within our Regional Management and Operations Directorate. As a Contract Manager you will work as part of a small team managing a range of long-term state-wide contracts (including panel contracts) to ensure the efficient delivery of roads and bridge construction and maintenance work in all the regions.

The role will work closely with regional delivery teams, related corporate support areas and contractors to ensure the achievement of corporate objectives. As part of the Delivery Planning and Contracts team, you will have a unique opportunity to influence Main Roads’ approach to regional delivery and ensure a sustainable supply chain. This includes reviewing performance of existing contracts and contractors and preparing new contracts (including panel contracts) to ensure efficient and effective delivery of Main Roads regional programs.

You will also provide specialist advice to Main Roads delivery teams relating to contractual matters and develop, maintain and improve contract management processes and systems.

About You

The role will suit someone with a mix of relevant technical expertise and commercial acumen, who can engage with a diverse range of stakeholders to meet organisational objectives. You will need to manage competing priorities and be willing to undertake challenging tasks to achieve desired outcomes.

The role will be predominately office-based with some working from home considered. Some previous experience working on road and/or bridge construction and/or maintenance sites is essential, however the role will not require the successful applicant to be based on a site or work typical site hours. Occasional (planned) travel to regions may be required.

Given the above, the role may suit someone with family commitments, such as managing school drop offs and/or pick-ups. Part time employment may be considered depending on the applicant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a result-driven person to develop their career by joining an innovative team within Main Roads. Our environment encourages people to improve business practices and actively contribute to the strategic direction of Main Roads.

What We Offer

At Main Roads, you can have a challenging, flexible, and rewarding career that takes you exactly where you want to go with an organisation that supports a healthy work-life balance to help with what is important to you.

In addition to our competitive salary and 11.5% superannuation, some of the benefits to working with Main Roads include:

• Attractive leave provisions
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing focus.

Find Out More

For questions about the role, please contact Tim Braybrooke, A/ Manager Contracts and Commercial Management on (08) 9323 4460 - not to be contacted for assistance with application.

For any general enquires, or if you have any support of access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternative format for submitting your application), contact Thao Le Ho on (08) 9323 4147 or email hrjobs@mainroads.wa.gov.au

If you experience technical issues when submitting your application, including if you are experiencing issues with the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), please contact RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 or send an e-mail to ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com.

Once you are ready, click the ‘apply’ button. Allow plenty of time to submit your application as late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Submitting Your Application

Please submit the following as part of your application:

• A comprehensive CV demonstrating your relevant skills and abilities within the context of the Job Role Statement.

• Please provide a written document addressing each of the three (3) selection criteria listed below in no more than two (2) pages highlighting your substantial skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to each criterion:

1. Contract development and management for various forms of contract.
2. One or more of road and/or bridge construction and/or maintenance.
3. Building and enhancing stakeholder relationships

• A copy of your current Western Australian ‘C’ or ‘C-A’ Class motor vehicle drivers’ licence or an approved equivalent.

• A copy of required qualifications listed in the Job Role Statement (if applicable).

We're building a diverse workforce

At Main Roads, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a registered Disability Confident Recruiter, a member of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Apply now to join us!

Additional Information

All selection criteria listed in the Job Role Statement will be tested throughout the selection process.

Applicants are required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire and provide a satisfactory and current National Police Clearance prior to appointment as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants deemed suitable for but not appointed to this role may also be considered for appointment to “similar vacancies” within Main Roads subject to business requirements.