ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Contracts Manager is responsible for the oversight and leadership of the contracts management function within Qube Ports division, reporting directly to the General Manager Commercial. This key position manages a team of Contracts Managers specialising in stevedoring, oil & gas, energy, and forestry. The role ensures that contract strategies and operations align with business objectives and client requirements across all sectors, delivering value and upholding compliance standards.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Contracts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Set objectives, monitor performance, and support professional growth for team members.
• Have oversight of contracts within the business.
• Ensure contracts are commercially sound, compliant with legal and regulatory requirements, and meet client expectations.
• Monitor contract lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders in the business.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex contract issues and disputes.
• Drive process improvements and best practice adoption in contract management.
• Champion innovation and technology utilisation to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work with the General Manager Commercial to continue to adapt the business plan as the Company grows and needs change.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Previous experience managing a team of people
• Contract negotiation skills
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable Commonwealth/State contracts and commercial legislation and standards
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of people
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Office, Excel and Power point
• Knowledge of Salesforce platform
• Ability to work autonomously using proactive approach to task resolution
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to work in a demanding environment
• Ability to work well within a small team environment
• Strong commercial focus
• High level analytical skills

KEY COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

• Leadership
• Integrity
• Strong Communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strategic Thinking
• Managing risk
• Planning & Problem solving ability
• Negotiation skills
• Focus on safety
• Conflict resolution
• Customer focused and responsive to customer requirements
• Performance and task driven
• Analytical & financial understanding
• Time management

ABOUT YOU

You will be committed to safety in the workplace and be committed to 100% Chain of Responsibility compliance. We're proud of our ‘Qube BeSafe’ initiative and provide extensive on-the-job training to ensure you get home safely at the end of every day.

Qube is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage women, veterans and Indigenous peoples of all ages to apply

ABOUT US

Qube Ports provides port solutions and logistics services with bulk and general handling facilities in over 40 Australian, New Zealand and Southeast Asian ports. Qube Energy/Forestry is a subsidiary of Qube Ports. Qube Ports is the leading Stevedoring, Bulk Logistics and Port Management service provider in Australia

Qube Ports manages 25 sites for the forestry industry in Australia and New Zealand and is also the leading provider of supply chain logistics services to the energy sector, supporting thousands of onshore wells and rig supply vessels, barges and offshore construction vessels annually.

We lead the market in providing purpose-designed solutions for our customers, handling containers, bulk, automotive and general cargo. 

BE SAFE is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe working environment for our team and clients, ensuring that every operation is conducted with the highest standards of safety and care. Our focus on efficiency means we are constantly optimising our processes to deliver the best results, while our dedication to reliability ensures that our clients can count on us to meet their needs, every time.

Imagine working with a team that is committed to maximising the value of our current services while boldly diversifying into a full suite of in-house transport, and supply chain services. Our operations are data-driven and supported by cutting-edge systems and IT solutions, all managed by a high-performance team dedicated to excellence.

Why QUBE?

At Qube, we recognise that our people are our most important asset and are the engine that drives our organisation, playing a vital role in ensuring our business achieve our objectives and deliver on our commitments. We believe that attracting the right people, maximising their contribution, and rewarding performance is vital for success.

BENEFITS

1. Up to 50% off gyms, studios, active wear, healthy meals, supplements, recovery and more through the Qube Fit program.
2. Discounted health insurance 
3. Special paid leave to participate in volunteering activities
4. Unlimited access to employee assistance program delivered through Sonder
5. Generous paid parental leave
6. Access to Qube wellbeing program

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to progress their commercial leadership career within Qube. Apply now!