Contracts Administrator

About this role

Contracts Administrator The Opportunity A unique opportunity exists for a Contracts Administrator or an experie nced Project Coordinator to take ownership of key sustainment and service delivery contracts supporting the Royal Australian Navy. This role blends contract management with hands-on project coordination , making it ideal for someone who enjoys being directly involved in the day-to-day movement, scheduling and delivery activities that keep a Defence contract running smoothly. You will be the central point of coordination-ensuring services are delivered, schedules are met, stakeholders are aligned, and all contractual obligations are achieved. Responsibilities of Your New Role • Manage Defence sustainment contracts, ensuring all service, delivery and performance requirements are met. • Coordinate service schedules, working with internal delivery teams, subcontractors and multiple national sites. • Liaise directly with Royal Australian Navy ships and Defence to organise deliveries, equipment returns and service timelines. • Oversee the full coordination process; quotations, documentation, invoicing and contract compliance. • Maintain all contract documentation including KPI reporting, CDRLs, contract registers, templates and performance reviews. • Lead quarterly and annual contract review meetings with Defence stakeholders. • Manage Defence-furnished equipment, spares, stocktakes and logistics activities. • Work proactively to ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently and in alignment with contractual requirements. • Support additional Defence-related projects and minor contracts as required. This is a "hands-on" role-you are the person who ensures the contract is delivered end-to-end. Exper ience required to make this your new role • Experience managing Defence or government contracts, or experience as a Project Coordinator/Project Manager supporting Defence programs. • Understanding of Defence procurement, governance and contract compliance requirements is ideal • Strong stakeholder skills with the ability to engage confidently with Navy stakeholders • Highly organised with the ability to plan schedules, coordinate competing priorities and meet tight deadlines. • Excellent communication, documentation and reporting capability. • Australian Citizen with ability to obtain a Baseline Defence Security Clearance. If this sounds like the next challenge you're looking for, apply now . For a confidential discussion, please contact Natasha on 0434 405 432 .