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Contract Management Advisor and Procurement and Contracts Advisor
Brisbane, QLD 4000
Join the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority as an AO6 Contract Management Advisor or Procurement and Contracts Advisor. Manage the full contract lifecycle, support procurement for low value engagements, and drive value for money outcomes. Build strong stakeholder relationships, ensure compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement. Apply your contract administration skills or broaden your experience with procurement activities on a major project. These opportunities are offered as a 2 year contract with possibility of extension.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Procurement |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/489882 |
| Closing date | 26-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | 2 years with possible extension |
| Contact person | Cross River Rail Careers Team |
| Contact details | careers@crrda.org.au Access the National Relay Service |
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA)…Your chance to work with the best!
The Cross River Rail Delivery Authority is building a new 10.2km rail line that includes 5.9km of twin tunnels running under the Brisbane River and CBD; with four new underground stations.
Once complete, it will provide trains with a much-needed alternative rail path through the core of the current SEQ Rail network, unlocking a bottleneck and allowing more trains to run more often across the whole of South East Queensland.
We are also delivering multiple supporting projects and activities in conjunction with Department of Transport and Main Road. These include accessibility rebuilds for eight surface stations, construction of three new stations on the Gold Coast; upgrades for stabling yards; track works and surface rail enhancements; and the introduction of a new ETCS digital signalling system.
About the Roles
Contract Management Advisor: Focus on the management of a portfolio of contracts, ensuring compliance, risk management, and value-for-money outcomes. You will coordinate the contract management phase of the contract lifecycle, work closely with stakeholders, and support audit and assurance requirements through accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
Procurement and Contracts Advisor: Take on a dynamic role that blends contract management with procurement activities. In addition to managing contracts, you will support procurement processes for low-value, low-risk engagements, ensuring alignment with organisational policies and value-for-money principles.
These roles are offered as a fixed term 2-year Full Time Contracts with possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the achievement of strategic and operational objectives as part of the procurement and contract management team.
- Prepare, administer, and review procurement and contract documentation.
- Coordinate contract administration processes and maintain accurate records.
- Identify, manage, and advise on contract and procurement risks.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and systems.
Additional for Procurement and Contracts Advisor
- Assist in procurement activities for low-value, low-risk engagements.
- Monitor and process procurement requisitions, ensuring alignment with contracts or Standing Offer Arrangements (SOAs).
- Ensure compliance with internal governance and procurement frameworks.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand and meet procurement needs..
About You:
- Demonstrated experience in contract administration, including ideally across multiple categories including ICT, professional and corporate services.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and meeting deadlines.
- Sound information management capabilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills highly desirable) and familiarity with contract management systems.
- Understanding of Queensland Government procurement and contract management frameworks, or a willingness to obtain relevant certification.
- Commitment to continuous skill development and openness to training and mentoring opportunities.
For the Procurement and Contracts Advisor role, you will also have:
- Understanding of government procurement processes, templates, and probity requirements.
- Experience supporting procurement activities for low-value and low-risk engagements, including processing and monitoring purchase requisitions.
- Ability to clarify requirements with stakeholders and support timely procurement processes.
Why work with CRRDA?
On Cross River Rail you will not only work with the best but become your best. And as we enter a new phase of delivery, our project offers a rare career opportunity for top tier professionals to have played their part on something that is genuinely city shaping and transformative.
Our people are supported with flexible work options, career development through the Australian Institute of Management.
How To Apply
Please submit your Resume by clicking on the apply link before the closing date of 26th October 2025
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all Cross River Rail Delivery Authority vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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