Contracts Administrator

About the Opportunity

The Contracts Administrator is a position within the Austal Defence Australia (ADA) Commercial Team to provide commercial and contractual administration support to the team. This specific position will report to the Contract Manager and shall be responsible for providing commercial advice administration supporting contractual deliverables and ensuring that all contractual and commercial risks are understood managed and mitigated where possible.

About Austal

Austal is Australias global shipbuilder Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design construct and support defence and commercial vessels for the worlds leading operators with operations spanning Australia the USA Philippines and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. Were driving innovation supporting sovereign capability and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

Whats Involved

• Interpret administer and ensure compliance with contract documents and processes.
• Manage Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) and variations including preparing documentation for review.
• Review subcontractor claims and draft contractual correspondence as directed by the Contracts Manager.
• Coordinate document submissions to the Commonwealth and monitor responses.
• Maintain accurate registers reports and claims within ADA systems.
• Represent ADAs commercial interests in meetings and prepare agendas minutes and documentation when required.
• Ensure adherence to security protocols for handling confidential ADA and Commonwealth information.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement process improvements and support other ADA teams on commercial matters.

Youll Need

• 5 years experience in a similar role preferably within the defence and or shipbuilding industry
• Commercial and contract document management including experience on contract variations and claims
• Ability to prioritise multitask and meet all deadlines
• Strong business acumen
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business Commerce Commercial Law or similar field
• Working knowledge and understanding of ASDEFCON suite of contracts

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people of all backgrounds ages sexual orientation and those with Disability to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia Austal: Australia