Description We are unique Essential Energy is an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future. About the role We are currently recruiting for a Contracts Administrator to join the team on a permanent basis. This role can be based anywhere within Essential Energy’s operational footprint . The Contract Administrator is responsible for supporting the development, negotiation and promotion of all contract, and contract management functions including supplier performance management, preparing contracts that ensure technical requirements and specifications are determined, and maintaining relevant systems to ensure all contractual requirements are recorded. The role is required to liaise and communicate professionally with a range of internal and external stakeholders providing professional services and contract administrative functions in order to meet and support the achievement of business objectives. About You You are a highly experienced contract administration professional. Your career has been marked by effective supervision and monitoring of contract compliance and delivery, working seamlessly with both internal teams and external contractors. You bring proven expertise in auditing, reporting, and assessment, along with a solid track record in dispute resolution and contract negotiation. You are process-driven and skilled in developing, monitoring, and refining contract management policies and procedures. With excellent time management, planning, and organisational abilities, you consistently meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Required Qualifications Certificate IV in Government (Procurement and Contracting) or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications. White Card - WorkCover Induction for Construction Work - General Course. Why Essential Energy We offer competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience and 16% superannuation. Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of employee benefits including 26 weeks paid parental leave, learning and development opportunities, and Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. For more information on our benefits, please visit the employee benefits page . We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women . An energy network doesn’t just keep the lights on… it’s a living network that needs to adapt to new and emerging energy generation technologies while still meeting the energy needs of customers. It requires innovation, commitment, and collaboration to bring people together to solve the energy delivery challenges of the modern world. Your potential will be realised, and you’ll feel a real sense of purpose and satisfaction knowing you have a pivot role to play in delivering the energy of the future to the people who need it today. F or further information please contact Lee Barker, Program Delivery Manager on 0427 236 611. Applications close on Monday 14 July 2025 at 11:55pm. Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart. Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees. At Essential Energy, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to Essential Energy (including alternate formats of application forms or alternate ways for accessibility). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact careers@essentialenergy.com.au or call us on 1800 255 777.
