Contractor Compliance Specialist - Civil / Electrical Background

Contractor Compliance Specialist – Permanent Full Time / Perth CBD

Do you want to deliver work that truly matters to our community?

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 Contractor Compliance Specialist at Head office, Perth, on a permanent basis.

Your Role in Action  

As the Contractor Compliance Specialist you will be responsible for ensuring external contractor’s working on behalf of Western Power comply fully with the Contract Management Framework and all contractual compliance obligations and requirements including but not limited to; Safety, Environmental, Quality Management and the verification of Contractor claims etc.

To manage and develop relationships with external contracting companies and stakeholders to deliver Western Power’s contractual works effectively and efficiently and to the required standards.

 What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Must possess a relevant trade or engineering, contract management or HSE qualification
• At least 5 to 6+ years solid experience in power and/or heavy industry planning, construction, operation, commissioning and maintenance
• Best practice knowledge and industry experience in the areas of contract management and execution
• Best practice experience and knowledge is essential for safety management, occupational health, workplace assessing, incident and hazard investigation and emergency response
• Proven experience is necessary in managing conflict resolution and managing public and stakeholder relations
• Interaction with others is primarily concerned with influencing, developing and motivating people and changing behaviour
• Competence in relevant IT systems is necessary
• Proven experience in performing Constructability reviews on design packages
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.

• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 30th April 2025 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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