Title:  Contract Management Coordinator

About Us

We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace. 

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work. 

About the Role

Job Location: 1 Spring Street, Melbourne

DTP manages more than 4,000 supplier contracts worth around $5 billion each year, ranging from routine agreements to major strategic contracts. The Contract Management Coordinator supports the Department’s Contract Management Framework, helping deliver improvement initiatives that strengthen contract management practices and capability across the organisation.

The role provides project coordination, governance, reporting and stakeholder support to ensure consistent implementation of contract management initiatives. The successful candidate will develop and maintain framework resources, prepare reports and governance materials, provide advice to business areas, support risk management, and work with stakeholders to improve processes, documentation and contract management outcomes across the Department.

What we’re looking for 

You’re someone who: 

• Has practical experience in contract management, business analysis and/or applying business processes and frameworks to support effective contract delivery.
• Builds positive relationships with stakeholders, understands their needs and works collaboratively to resolve issues and achieve good outcomes.
• Enjoys coordinating projects and keeping tasks on track to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Can identify problems, assess information and find practical solutions, using good judgement and seeking input when needed.
• Looks for opportunities to improve processes, work more efficiently and introduce practical new ideas.

Click here to access the Position Description. 

Qualifications and experience 

You’ll bring: 

• Tertiary degree in business, commerce, law, data science; or significant experience coordinating projects, governance activities or business improvement initiatives (mandatory)
• Experience preparing reports, presentations and briefing material (mandatory)
• Experience working with procurement, contract management or governance processes (desirable)
• Knowledge and experience in data analysis, PowerBi and Microsoft Excel (desirable)

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions  

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position. 

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply. 

How to apply 

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 28th September 2026.  

Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. 

For further information about the role, please contact Miguel Gaona - Contract Management Lead,  Miguel.gaona@transport.vic.gov.au

Redeployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy. 

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