Contract Manager (12-Month Secondment)

About the role

Western Power is seeking a Contract Manager for a 12-month secondment based in the Perth CBD. The role is accountable for driving the overall performance of assigned complex and high-value contracts and for providing expert contract advice and guidance. It ensures the application of Western Power's Contract Management Framework so that contracts meet requirements for safety, environmental compliance, cost, time, quality, delivery and customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all contracts in line with the Contract Management Framework, including the Procurement Policy and the Contract Management Standard.
• Develop the Contract Management Plan (CMP) that meets contractual requirements.
• Review engagement deliverables such as the SHE risks register, scope of work, specifications, drawings and pricing schedules.
• Ensure receipt and approval of the contractor's plans in line with the contract.
• Monitor and manage compliance with contractor plans across safety, environment, quality, schedule and pricing.
• Verify and certify contractor claims, including progress, variations and EOTs, and complete contractor performance reporting.

Required profile

• Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commerce.
• Contract Management qualification.
• Broad, proven knowledge of contract management and significant experience with high-value, complex contracts.
• Strong working knowledge of contract law legislation and the ability to interpret it.
• Negotiation, conflict resolution and stakeholder relationship experience.
• Desirable: working knowledge of the WP network asset inspections portfolio.

What we offer

• Over 50% of jobs driven by career progression.
• Flexible work arrangements, including part-time and working from home.
• Up to four extra weeks of leave per year and three wellness leave days.
• Salary packaging, social club activities and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
• Employee recognition and benefits programme, and 22 weeks of paid parental leave.

Applications close on 6 November 2026.