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Join to apply for the Contracts Administrator role at Port of Townsville Limited Join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team as we embark on an exciting journey of organisational growth and innovation, working towards our vision of becoming Australia's Port for the Future.Work on meaningful initiatives that will help create prosperity for the North Queensland's communities.Enjoy an environment that provides attractive benefits including flexibility, true work-life balance and generous opportunities for professional development.

Join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team as we embark on an exciting journey of organisational growth and innovation, working towards our vision of becoming Australia's Port for the Future.Work on meaningful initiatives that will help create prosperity for the North Queensland's communities.Enjoy an environment that provides attractive benefits including flexibility, true work-life balance and generous opportunities for professional development.

About The Port

The Port of Townsville Limited (the Port) has been actively shaping the future of Townsville and North Queensland for 160 years.

Today, we are Australia's largest port for zinc, lead, copper, sugar and fertiliser. Additionally, we handle more motor vehicles and containerised goods than any other port in Northern Australia. The goods that flow through our ports are grown, mined, manufactured and used to better the lives of more than 800,000 people across a vast catchment area, spanning from Hinchinbrook to the Burdekin and west to Mount Isa.

On average, more than 8 million tonnes of goods, worth more than $10 billion, cross our wharves each year. Thanks to our customers, we are one of the country's most diverse ports, linking more than 30 different commodities to 130 ports in 44 countries.

The Townsville port is also an increasingly strategic forward mounting location in Australia's Defence capabilities, as well as an important tourism enabler due to its modern dedicated cruise ship terminal.

Working with us

The Port of Townsville is expanding its team of passionate and innovative professionals as we undergo a period of significant and sustainable growth.

We are currently undertaking the biggest port expansion in our history, trade volumes are expected to triple by 2050 as new projects in rare earth, critical minerals and renewable energy come to realisation and demand for Defence and cruise shipping capacity is rapidly increasing.

In the coming years we will be challenged to continue to deliver highly competitive day to day port operations, drive improvements in sustainability across all areas of the business and deliver major capital works projects that will ensure our capacity to facilitate the trade demands of the future.

We are currently looking for exceptional talent to join our team as we embark on this journey. Are you a proactive and ambitious individual with a passion for making a real impact? This is your chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and contributions will be valued.

The Port provides a supportive workplace culture that is committed to improving diversity and fostering inclusivity. With a strong focus on nurturing growth and continuous learning, you'll have the resources and guidance to excel in your role and beyond.

About The Role And You

The Contracts Administrator (CA) works within the Project Delivery team and forms a key commercial support role. The role is responsible for providing contract administration, commercial advice, and direction, in relation to the management, interpretation and application of all contract matters associated with project.

The CA provides support to all aspects of the contract management as part of an integrated project team by applying commercial rigour in the application of contractual rights and obligations to assist in mitigating project risk and maximising overall value to the Port of Townsville Limited.

This is an essential role that ensures financial dealings associated with the procurement and administration of contracts during the construction phase of several projects undertaken simultaneously by the Port.

Success in this role is characterised by clear strategic thinking, and an ability to build relationships across broad stakeholder groups internally and externally.

Experience You'll Need

To be successful in the role, you will be required to :

Foster and enhance relationships, both internally and externallyCo-ordination of contract administration, project contracts including progress claims, variations, and EOT's in project / contract deliverySupport the Commercial Lead and Project Managers with the development and management of the project budget and cost control with effective financial reporting and management of the project Estimated Final Cost (EFC) and forecastingCoordinate accurate and high-quality Monthly, Quarterly and Milestone reporting in relation to financial and non-financial performance indicatorsEnsure compliance with all relevant Port procurement, contract management and financial frameworks, policies and proceduresSupport the Commercial Lead and Project Managers with minimising and resolving contractual disputes promptly and effectively, updating relevant parties of potential disputes efficientlyManage and maintain registers of variations and claims, delays, instructions, and use this information to respond to formal claimsProvide support to Commercial Lead and Project Managers with the issuing of contractual correspondence, notices, claims etc., for all contracts associated with the project delivery unitProvide support to the Project Leadership Team in the management of the rights and obligations of PORT in relation to contracts including providing sound commercial adviceInterpretation of contract terms and assessment of strategies and actionsSupport the Commercial Lead and Project Managers with ensuring contractual risk is managed and mitigated including management of all variations, extension of time, delay and disruption claims, liquidated damages, provisional sums in order to protect and maximise value to PortEnsure rights and obligations under the WHS ACT 2011 and under the project specific contracts are understood and met in accordance with Port's policies and procedures including obligations for Principal Contractors and PCBUs

a more comprehensive understanding of the position's requirements, please refer to the Position Description available on our website.

Application process

Click apply and follow the promptsAttach your current resume and a cover letter to your applicationApplications close 11pm Sunday, 13 July 2025

For enquiries, please contact

• noting that applications must be submitted via our recruitment site - email applications will not be accepted.

At the Port of Townsville, we value and celebrate the diversity of our community and recognise that it enriches our workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to come forward, confident that you will be met with respect and consideration. We are committed to ensuring our working environment is safe and welcoming.

If you are an applicant who faces challenges due to cultural barriers or disabilities, please know that we are here to support you throughout the application process. We strive to create a welcoming and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates, and we encourage you to approach us if you require any assistance or accommodations.

Together, let's build a workforce that thrives on inclusivity and embraces the strengths that everyone brings to our team.

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