Contractor Manager

Strategic Contractor Management: Define and implement a contractor strategy that fosters sustainability and excellence.

Vendor Partnership Development: Build strong, collaborative relationships with vendors across the region.

Liaison with Central Planning: Coordinate with the Central Planning team to determine contractor needs and competency levels.

Procurement Collaboration: Work closely with Procurement to outline contractor requirements and ensure compliance with our standards.

Contract Scope Definition: Collaborate with Procurement to define contract scopes that meet technical and operational needs.

Compliance Oversight: Ensure contractors meet all safety, training, and certification requirements.

Performance Management: Serve as an escalation point for external technician issues and oversee supplier performance through evaluations and KPI assessments.

Innovation and Efficiency: Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings within contractor management.

Budget and Resource Management: Work with the Commercial Management team and Site Operations to monitor site performance against contractor resource budgets and provide feedback to the business.

Contractor Onboarding: Assist in bringing onboard vendors within required timeframes, ensuring they meet our standards.

Safety and EHS Compliance: Oversee contractor adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards.

Stakeholder Management: You excel in influencing and collaborating across internal and external stakeholders, driving initiatives without direct authority. Experience in contractor management or a closely related field is highly regarded.

Strategic Thinking and Planning Abilities: Your ability to develop and implement contractor strategies that align with organizational goals is crucial. You're adept at planning, forecasting, and adapting to the dynamic needs of the business.

Strong Negotiation and Relationship Management: Building and maintaining robust relationships with vendors, contractors, and internal teams is second nature to you. Your negotiation skills ensure that contracts meet our operational needs and standards.

Exceptional Communication: You can articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely, making you effective in liaising with various stakeholders across the organization and beyond.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: You're skilled at analysing data to inform decisions, identify opportunities for improvement, and solve complex problems.

Commitment to Safety and Compliance: Ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards is non-negotiable. You're knowledgeable about EHS regulations and committed to upholding our safety culture.

Operational Efficiency and Innovation: You have a keen eye for efficiency and a drive to innovate processes and practices within contractor management, contributing to cost savings and operational excellence.

Cultural Sensitivity and Team Collaboration: Working in a diverse and multicultural environment energizes you. You're adept at collaborating across teams and cultures to achieve shared goals.

Flexibility and Adaptability: The ability to manage changing priorities and adapt to new challenges is essential. You're willing to take on new tasks and responsibilities as they arise.

Technical Proficiency: While a technical background is beneficial, your willingness to engage with and understand the technical aspects of our operations is key. Proficiency in IT tools and systems is expected.

A degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, though equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

Fluency in English is required, with additional language skills advantageous due to the regional scope of the role.