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TAFE NSW

Contracts and Administration Support Officer

Location negotiable across NSW (subject to campus availability)

Talent Pool opportunity to fill upcoming ongoing and temporary positions

$110,972 - $119,506 salary package - includes base salary ($97,771 - $ 105,29 plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance.

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a 35-hour working week with a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

The Contracts and Administration Support Officer plays a key role in supporting the effective delivery and administration of facilities management and infrastructure‑related contracted services across TAFE NSW. Working under broad guidance, this role coordinates a wide range of administrative and contract support activities that underpin strong governance, compliance and service delivery outcomes across a diverse portfolio of suppliers operating at sites across the state.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders, contractors and service providers to maintain contract and asset records, support meetings and communications, monitor contract performance, and facilitate efficient workflows for compliance, payments and reporting. With opportunities to contribute to process improvement initiatives and the embedding of consistent contract administration practices, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day‑to‑day administration with problem‑solving, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement in a fast‑paced environment.

About you

You are a detail‑focused contracts or administration professional with a strong foundation in business support and coordination activities. You hold a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in a relevant discipline, or bring equivalent skills, knowledge and experience, along with a valid NSW Working with Children Check or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement. You are confident using business support systems and bring strong written and verbal communication skills to support accurate, timely and compliant contract administration.

You have experience liaising with a diverse range of internal staff and service providers on administrative matters, and you are comfortable following up issues and facilitating practical resolutions. With a methodical and organised approach, you have produced a range of documents, procedures or resources to support contracts administration or similar processes, and you take pride in contributing to improved ways of working, customer‑focused outcomes and consistent governance practices.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

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A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close 11:55pm, Monday 29th of June, 2026

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: Contact Peta Handley Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at peta.handley@tafensw.edu.au

Role-specific enquiries: Contact Mike Grehan, Facilities Operations Manager via email at mike.grehan1@tafensw.edu.au or phone: 0419 660 719

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

An eligibility list, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.

Location is negotiable across our TAFE NSW campuses. Please note that preferred campus location is not guaranteed and is subject to campus availability at the time of offer.

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