Contract Administrator

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Downer is seeking a Contract Administrator for a full-time onsite role in Queenstown, reporting to the Business Support Lead. You’ll deliver high-quality administration and contract support, raise purchase orders, invoices and work orders, and collate data to meet deadlines while committing to zero harm. The ideal candidate brings strong MS Office skills, a working knowledge of JD Edwards or similar, and thrives in a client facing environment with excellent organisation and relationship skills. If you’ve worked in a similar admin or call centre role and aren’t afraid to speak up, tailor your CV to these core capabilities and highlight safety and efficiency. Be prepared for pre-employment checks.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes 
• Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader’s programme for top performers

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity 

We have an exciting opportunity to join our passionate and high-performing team in Queenstown as a Contract Administrator. Reporting to the Business Support Lead, you’ll be responsible for providing high quality administration and contract support to the team while ensuring all contract administration functions are carried out to high standards. You’ll also:

• Liaise with various departments, other administrators and internal managers
• Assist with a wide variety of administration tasks be flexible and adaptable to changing policies & processes
• Raise purchase orders, invoices and work orders
• Coordinate and collate information, input information into databases as required and complete tasks in time to meet daily, weekly and monthly deadlines
• Commitment to zero harm processes and stand in the gap when required

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

Where no two days will be the same, your highly organised approach and excellent attention to detail would be key to your success in this role. You’ll be pleasant and friendly but also not afraid to speak up and push back when needed. 

You’ll also have:

• Previous experience in a similar role ideally in a client facing administration or call centre position
• High level of proficiency in MS Office suite with some knowledge of JD Edwards (or similar would be an advantage) 
• Be a confident communicator and enjoy working with a wide variety of customers
• Excellent organisation skills along with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in building and maintaining relationships at all levels

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation 

Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here!

Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 729524

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.