A07 Principal Contract Management Officer

About Us
The Department of Primary Industries (DPI) plays a vital role in protecting Queensland’s food security and sustainability. The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is a nationally significant biosecurity initiative focused on preventing the spread of invasive fire ants. DPI offers a diverse and inclusive workplace, with a strong focus on service, purpose, and long-term impact.
 
About the Role
As Principal Contract Management Officer, you will lead the administration and strategic oversight of significant contracts within the Program. You’ll provide expert advice on contract performance, sourcing, variations, and issue resolution, while supporting procurement planning and internal process and procedure development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing contract performance and conducting formal reviews.
• Advising on extensions, renewals, and escalations.
• Leading the development and review of strategic contract documentation.
• Conducting site visits and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
• Mentoring and coaching staff in contract management practices.

 
About You
You will bring:

• Strong experience managing high-risk contracts
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship skills
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams
• Sound governance and contract compliance knowledge
• Results-focused with a proactive approach to issue resolution

 
What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant biosecurity program.
• Supportive team environment with leadership development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance.
• Fixed-term contract with potential for extension.

 
How to Apply
To be considered please send and updated resume accompanied by a cover letter (2 pages max) detailing your suitability.


  At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.