Job Opportunity
Aurizon is expanding its presence in South Australia and seeking a proactive and safety-focused contracts management professional to oversee contractor performance across operational activities.
This role plays a key part in shaping safe, efficient, and customer-aligned contractor relationships while driving performance, compliance, and service excellence.
* Leading and championing a safety-first culture across all contractor operations
* Establishing strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors, and providers
* Monitoring contractor performance, compliance, and delivery against agreed KPIs
* Supporting contractor safety and operational learning through site presence and communication
* Managing contract scope, cost, and variations, ensuring obligations are understood and met
* Maintaining accurate reporting and contributing to long-term contract effectiveness
* Assisting with the setup and transition of new, extended, or restructured contracts
Key responsibilities include:
* Experience in contractor supervision or contract management (preferred)
* Background in logistics, particularly within trucking or transport companies or heavy industry
* Strong understanding of safety leadership principles and practices
* Commercial acumen and analytical skills to assess performance and manage variations
* Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
* A current open 'C' Class Driver's Licence, and comfortable with regular travel between operational sites
Candidates with experience in the trucking or road transport industry will be highly regarded.