Contract Delivery Specialist - Business Assurance

There’s never been a better time to join the energy industry! At Western Power we’re working towards our vision for a clean energy future and we’re looking for diverse, passionate people to join our team of world leading experts.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Contract Delivery Specialist, on a 6-month maximum term basis.

This role is based at our brand-new state-of-the-art South Metro Depot in Forrestdale, conveniently located next to Tonkin Highway. Spanning across 120,000 square meters, the depot offers an excellent on-site café, shuttle bus to-and-from the Cockburn Train Station, end of trip facilities including secure bicycle storage and freshening up rooms. With the latest infrastructure and technology, the depot empowers all employees to create that perfect work-life balance whilst operating in an inclusive and diverse workplace.

About this role

The Operational Maintenance Contract Management & Assurance Area is responsible of the delivery of high-quality Contract Management & Assurance activities, across all internal and external works performed within Operational Maintenance.

This position, will be responsible for:

• Providing Traffic Management guidance in order to facilitate efficient delivery of the work program.
• Ensure that work completed is validated in accordance with the contractual conditions and requirements.
• Providing subject matter guidance on relevant Western Power procedures
• Ensuring effective relationship management between Western Power and relevant governing bodies.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders in an effort to facilitate continual improvement

About you

We are seeking someone with experience and attributes that include:

• At least 4 to 5 years demonstrated, extensive and broad technical experience in Traffic Management
• A sound knowledge of networks construction maintenance and operations field practices
• Very strong communication and written skills, coupled with the ability to influence outcomes, while communicate technical information to non-technical audiences
• Extensive operational experience with an in-depth knowledge of Western Powers Policies, Procedures, Work Instructions and Legislative requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication, strong influencing and organisational skills
• Highly organised, self-managed and able to prioritise workload to meet required deadlines
• A strong, caring, positive leader who engages a team, drives, and inspires continual improvement

Joining Western Power

Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional service to the communities in which we operate.

With representation from 101 countries, Western Power has a rich, and diverse employee workforce. Through our established Employee Network Groups, we bring our people diversity to life. At Western Power, we strive to build an authentic culture of inclusion and belonging for all.

Our people are our strength. As an employee at Western Power, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration, benefits and allowance;
• A safe and sustainable workplace;
• Equal opportunity employment;
• Personal development and training opportunities;
• An award-winning employee recognition programme.

Important information

We are committed to our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2021 - 2027 and ensuring that people with disability have equal opportunities to gain and maintain employment with Western Power. It is strongly encouraged that people with a disability who meet the inherent requirements of the position description apply for this role.

Our recruitment process requires that all candidates who progress to the pre-employment stage must hold a police clearance issued within the last six months.

Join us and play a part in powering the future of Western Australia.

To find out more about us please visit https://www.westernpower.com.au/about/

Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team via OperationalTalent@westernpower.com.au for any enquiries.

Applications close on 10 October 2023.

Submit your application by clicking the ‘apply’ button.