TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high quality education and skills training across South Australia. Join an innovative team shaping job‐ready students and creating life‐changing opportunities.
Your Time to Shine
The Senior Contract Specialist is accountable to the Manager, Contract Management for the management of complex, high value and/or high‐risk goods and services contracts to ensure they are effectively administered, all commitments are met and agreed outcomes are secured. The role also manages risks at a contractual level and develops risk mitigation strategies in consultation with TAFE SA business units.
The role is responsible for leading, managing, and negotiating commercial matters related to goods and services contracts. The role also provides specialist contractual related advice to internal and external stakeholders, in accordance with the TAFE SA Procurement & Contract Management Framework and relevant government policies, procedures, and frameworks.
Responsibilities
* Continuous improvement of the contracts management framework including the development of policies, procedures, systems and tools in accordance with relevant legislation and organisational direction.
* Management of the register of purchase contracts for timely negotiation, renewal and maximising value‐add for business unit customers.
* Ensure TAFE SA's Goods and Services contracts are formed and managed to deliver effectively and efficiently within the scope and requirements of each contract.
* Support to the resolution of complex Goods and Services contractual disputes including working with internal/external legal counsel and other external experts as required.
What You'll Bring
* Well‐developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to consult and liaise collaboratively with stakeholders, respond effectively to the requirements of a diverse client base, identify and analyse conflict and successfully negotiate on complex and sensitive issues to deliver value for money and sound commercial and compliance outcomes.
* Demonstrated experience in the establishment of complex Goods and Services contracts across all stages of the contract management lifecycle including needs identification, planning, preparation of documentation, evaluation, negotiation, value for money, contract establishment, contract variations, contract closures and reporting.
* Sound working knowledge of government procurement framework, policy and legislation, and tender and contracting procedures.
* Experience in, and/or knowledge of Contract Law and the development of contract management strategies and policies.
What You Need to Know
A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment.
Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions.
TAFE SA Advantage
* Generous leave entitlements including Recreation, Sick, Long Service, Retention, Paid Parental, Family & Domestic Violence, Special and Cultural leave that supports cultural diversity and First Nations.
* Salary Sacrifice / Salary Packaging options.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Flexible work arrangements that support work‐life balance conditions.
* Inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture.
* Career development and progression.
Ready to Take the Leap?
Click 'Apply', we're excited to hear from you! Share your resume and a short selection criteria response (max 2 pages).
All applications must be submitted online.
Applications close: 8th February 2026 at 11:45pm
Inclusion and Flexibility Statement
Be you, be valued, be included. At TAFE SA, we celebrate diversity and encourage all applicants, including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need support applying? Let us know!
Salary: ASO6 salary range $98,478 – $104,165 p.a. + super. An additional allowance of up to 20% may be offered subject to business requirements and your valuable experience. Based at Regency campus / Kaurna Country.
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