Full-Time Contract Administrator

Spanian’s Kebabs Preston VIC 3072 Full-Time Contract Administrator Salary $80,000 plus Superannuation SUMMARY The Contract Administrator is a full-time professional role responsible for the administration, negotiation, and management of commercial contracts relating to store fit- outs, refurbishment projects, equipment procurement, maintenance services, and supplier agreements across Spanian’s Kebabs retail operations. As Spanian’s Kebabs continues to expand its retail footprint, this role is critical to ensuring that contractual arrangements are commercially viable, legally compliant, and aligned with the company’s operational and financial objectives. The position requires specialised knowledge of contract law, procurement processes, financial administration, compliance requirements, and risk management. The role operates with a high level of responsibility and provides commercial and contractual advice directly to senior management. DUTIES 1. Contract Development and Negotiation • Preparing, reviewing, interpreting, and negotiating commercial contracts and service agreements with builders, shopfitters, equipment suppliers, maintenance contractors, and operational vendors. • Drafting and amending contractual terms and conditions to safeguard the company’s legal and financial interests. • Advising management on contractual obligations, liabilities, and commercial risks prior to execution. 2. Contract Administration and Compliance • Administering contracts throughout their lifecycle, including execution, performance monitoring, renewals, and terminations. • Assessing and managing contract variations, delay claims, extensions of time, and dispute resolution processes. • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including workplace health and safety requirements, food industry regulations, leasing obligations, and commercial laws. 3. Financial Oversight and Commercial Control • Monitoring project budgets and expenditure against contractual milestones. • Reviewing, assessing, and approving contractor progress claims and supplier invoices in accordance with agreed contractual terms. • Maintaining accurate contractual and financial documentation for audit and compliance purposes. 4. Contractor and Supplier Performance Management • Monitoring contractor and supplier performance against agreed deliverables, timeframes, and quality standards. • Identifying performance issues and implementing corrective measures where necessary. • Managing negotiations to resolve contractual disputes and minimise commercial risk. 5. Strategic and Operational Support • Supporting new store openings and refurbishment projects through structured contract planning and administration. • Assisting in procurement planning and supplier selection to ensure cost- effectiveness and operational continuity. • Providing detailed reports to senior management regarding contract performance, risk exposure, and financial status. REQUIRED SKILLS • Tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, law, construction management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience). • Demonstrated experience in commercial contract administration and negotiation. • Advanced analytical, financial, and risk management capabilities. • Independent judgment and decision-making authority in contractual matters. How to apply: Applications open on 15 September 2026 and close on 15 October 2026. Please send your CV to info@businessnest.com.au. Please include the job role title in your email.