Senior Contract Administrator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026. Downer Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
The opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Contract Administrator to join our Energy and Utilities team in Dunedin.
You will support our local water contracts with financial administration, monthly reporting and general business support. Working with the Construction Manager and operational teams, you will help keep contract information accurate, complete and on time.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare monthly claims and customer invoices
- Process supplier invoices and subcontractor claims
- Support month end reporting, accruals, journals and purchase orders
- Maintain accurate contract records and filing systems
- Assist with payroll and employee onboarding
- Prepare meeting minutes and contract communications
- Monitor plant charges and other contract costs
- Support teams with Microsoft applications and business systems
- Help improve contract administration processes
- Provide professional support to customers, suppliers and subcontractors
What we’re looking for
You are organised, accurate and comfortable working with financial and contract information. You can manage deadlines, solve problems and build effective relationships across the business.
- Experience in contract administration or business support
- Experience with invoicing, financial reporting or month end processes
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Clear written and verbal communication
- The ability to manage competing priorities
What we offer
- A varied role supporting local water contracts
- A supportive and collaborative team
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Access to opportunities across Downer
- A workplace focused on Zero Harm, sustainability and continuous improvement
About Energy and Utilities
Downer’s Energy and Utilities business provides end to end services across power, gas, water, renewable energy and telecommunications infrastructure. We work closely with our customers and communities to deliver essential services and infrastructure that support Australia and New Zealand.
Downer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples, people with disability, women, members of the LGBTQIA plus community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
How to apply
Submit your resume through the online application process.
Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our recruitment team or hiring managers. Downer will not be responsible for placement fees relating to unsolicited resumes.