About Marlborough Nursery Wholesale Marlborough Nursery Wholesale is a large-scale production nursery located in Redland Bay, Queensland. The business specialises in the propagation and wholesale supply of high-quality indoor plants, foliage, and nursery stock to retail partners across South East Queensland. Having grown from earlier palm-focused cultivation operations into a broader wholesalenursery production model,the organisation continues to expand greenhouse propagation capacity, infrastructure capability, and commercial supply relationships across the region. The nursery operates within a collaborative production environment where horticultural expertise, operational planning, procurement coordination, and supplier relationships all contribute to consistent plant quality and reliable supply outcomes. Marlborough Nursery Wholesale fosters a practical, supportive, and forward-looking workplace culture where team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, build capability, and grow alongside the business as it expands into new commercial opportunities. Position Overview The Contract Administrator plays an important role in supporting the nursery’s infrastructure development, procurement coordination, supplier engagement, and participation in contract-based supply opportunities. As greenhouse propagation facilities expand and infrastructure maintenance requirements increase, the business requires structured coordination of procurement activities, supplier agreements, maintenance contracts, and tender documentation. The role ensures that commercial and operational agreements are clearly documented, monitored, and aligned with production and infrastructure needs. This positioncontributes to operational continuity across greenhouse facilities, irrigation systems,and nursery infrastructure while supporting the business’s growth into larger commercial supply arrangements and public-sector procurement opportunities. This is a full-time, ongoing position within the organisation. Key Responsibilities 1.Preparing and administering contracts relating to greenhouse construction, infrastructure maintenance, nursery equipment procurement, and supplier agreements. 2.Coordinating procurement documentation for irrigation components, greenhouse materials, plant-production supplies, and maintenance resources. 3.Liaising with contractors, suppliers, service providers, and nursery management to support contract execution and procurement planning. 4.Monitoring supplier performance, delivery schedules, and contract obligations to ensure operational continuity across nursery facilities. 5.Supporting the preparation of tender submissions, pricing schedules, scope documentation, and compliance materials for commercial supplyopportunities. 6.Maintaining organised contract and procurement documentation to support business governance and operational coordination. 7.Assisting with cost tracking, invoice verification, and budget monitoring for infrastructure and maintenance activities. 8.Supporting coordination between operational greenhouse teams and external contractors engaged in infrastructure works. 9.Assisting management in reviewing procurement efficiency and supplier outcomes. 10.Supporting internal compliance processes associated with infrastructure works, procurement activities, and supply agreements. Workplace Culture and Growth Opportunity Marlborough Nursery Wholesale operates within a collaborative and hands-on production environment where operational staff, horticultural teams, and administrative professionals work closely together. The business values reliability, initiative, and practical problem-solving, recognising that infrastructure coordination and procurement planning are essential to maintaining consistent nursery production outcomes. The Contract Administrator role offers an opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented professional to contribute to the operational backbone of a growing horticultural production business. As the organisation expands greenhouse facilities and explores new commercial supply channels, the role provides meaningful exposure to procurement processes, infrastructure coordination, and contract-based business development. This position is well suited to a candidate seeking long-term professional growth within an expanding production and supply organisation. Skills and Capabilities 1.Strong organisational and documentation skills 2.Ability to coordinate multiple procurement and contract activities 3.Attention to detail in reviewing agreements and supplierdocumentation 4.Effective communication with suppliers, contractors, and operational teams 5.Analytical capability in cost tracking and procurement coordination 6.Confidence using spreadsheets, procurement systems, and administrative software 7.Professional stakeholder engagement capability Preference will be given to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents Qualifications and Experience Applicants should demonstrate capability in contract administration and procurement coordination within infrastructure-supported operational environments, particularly where facilities, equipment, and supplier networks must be managed to ensure continuity of production. 1.Diploma or higher in Business Administration/ContractAdministration/Procurement, Project Administration or related disciplines 2.At least three years of relevant full-time experience in contract administration, procurement coordination, project administration 3.Demonstrated experience coordinating procurement activities, supplier engagement, contract documentation, and cost-tracking processes, particularly in environments involving facilities, equipment, or infrastructure maintenance. 4.Practical exposure to supporting infrastructure lifecycle activities, including maintenance coordination, contractor engagement, and procurement scheduling aligned with operational requirements. 5.Strong administrative, organisational, and stakeholder-communication capability, with experience working in production, horticulture, greenhouse, construction-support, or infrastructure-dependent operational environments being highly regarded.
