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Contract Specialist, Deployment, Energy

Victoria, Australia (On-site)

Contract Specialist, Deployment, Energy

2 Weeks ago • 3 Years + • Administrative • Undisclosed

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Job Description

The Contract Specialist supports APAC project managers in managing risks and obligations in upstream and downstream contracts during the deployment phase of utility BESS projects. Responsibilities include day-to-day administration of head contracts and subcontracts, ensuring contractual compliance, managing commercial aspects (EOTs, variations, payments, compliance, etc.), identifying program risks and opportunities, developing strong stakeholder relationships, preparing monthly/quarterly reports, leading contract lessons learned, resolving contractual issues, and providing strategic/tactical guidance to project managers. This role requires strong understanding of contractual mechanisms and experience within the renewable energy sector.

Must have:

3+ years' experience in commercial/contracts roles in renewable energy
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Understanding of EPC contracts and project management
Ability to solve complex problems and manage multiple projects
Bachelor's degree in engineering, law, or business

Perks:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Parental leave
Employee Vehicle Loan Program
Novated Leasing (AU only)
Well-being Fund
Bike to work allowance
Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave

What to Expect

The Contracts Specialist is responsible for supporting Asia-Pacific (APAC) project managers with managing the risks and obligations in the upstream and downstream contracts during the deployment phase of utility BESS projects.

With a strong and confident understanding of contractual mechanisms, the Contracts Specialist will be responsible for all commercial tasks for EPC and Equipment Only (EO) projects from contract award through completion.

The Contracts Specialist will be assigned to work with project teams and report to the EPC pre-construction and commercial manager.

What You’ll Do

Supporting the deployment team in delivery of APAC portfolio of megapack projects with a focus on contractual matters
Perform day-to-day administration of the head contract and subcontract obligations to ensure contractual compliance.
Perform all commercial aspects (with support): EOTs, variations, payment, compliance, execution of contractually required deeds, payments, security, contract adjustments, completion.
Identification of program risks, opportunities, and strategic assessment and reporting of risks and control measures
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with preparation and presentation of monthly and quarterly reporting
Lead contract lessons learned and provide feedback to precontracts team
Use leadership and negotiation skills to successfully identify and assist with resolving contractual issues.
Support the project manager with strategic and tactical guidance on complex contractual matters.
Maintain Risk & Opportunities register

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s in engineering / law / business or evidence of relevant experience in the sector
3+ years’ experience in similar commercial / contracts roles preferably within the renewable energy sector (wind, solar, battery)
Highly developed communication skills including negotiation
Confident with writing commercial correspondence, extensions of time, variations
Understanding of EPC Contracts, Project Management
Self-starter, with a passion for driving the transition to sustainable energy
Ability to solve complex problems with a focus on win-win strategies
Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects
Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-based environment
Ability to work mostly autonomously with minimal supervision

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Parental leave (no minimum employment period)
Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay
Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay
Employee Vehicle Loan Program
Novated Leasing (AU only)
Well-being Fund – An annual allowance for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them
Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work
Birthday Leave & Volunteer Leave

Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.

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