Job Description
South Australia Police
Job reference: 674444
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Ongoing fulltime vacancy
The Contracts Manager supports SAPOL’s Physical Assets Services Branch (PASB) by undertaking a broad range of contract management activities, contract monitoring, support, analysis and services, including key stakeholder liaison and supplier management for proactive resolution of contractual issues to ensure ongoing business continuity and high performing contracts. The role provides robust performance analysis, data management and methodologies that contribute to key business and operational priorities. This includes budget and financial analysis, contributing to future tenders, strategic business initiatives and assisting with preparation of business cases, regular reporting and executive briefings.
The role manages low to medium risk contracts and works closely with SAPOL’s Procurement and Contract Management Services Branch to develop procurement and contract documentation, actively monitors contract performance and risks, and identifies appropriate strategies to achieve contract outcomes. The PASB Contracts Manager also consults with a range of stakeholders and provides contract management advisory and expertise to the Branch.
The Contracts, Impound & Armoury Unit within SAPOL’s Physical Assets Services Branch (PASB) is responsible for management and oversight of SAPOL’s asset related contracts. The Unit is also accountable for managing effective operations in support of vehicles seizures under Criminal Law (Clamping, Impounding and Forfeiture) Act 2007, and management of SAPOL’s metropolitan and regional Impound facilities, and central Armoury functions.
Physical Assets Services Branch is comprised of seven units: Capital Projects Unit, Major Projects Unit, Strategic Infrastructure Unit, Contracts, Impound Unit & Armoury Unit, Strategic Operations: Fleet & Property, Facilities Management Unit, and Business Unit. A 'one team' mindset is driven by leadership at all levels, is focused on achieving our Vision and Key Strategy and allows us to realise the full potential of our workforce and ensures service excellence. To achieve this, members adopt a problem solving, responsive and informative approach.
Special Conditions
The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.
Salary
ASO5 - $85,7+0 - $+5,413 per annum.
Enquiries
Aren Aboughattas
(08) 7322 3531
Aren.Aboughattas@police.sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.
Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF20++ Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.
South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Applications close: 15/06/2026 5:00 PM
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Job reference: 674444
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Ongoing fulltime vacancy
The Contracts Manager supports SAPOL’s Physical Assets Services Branch (PASB) by undertaking a broad range of contract management activities, contract monitoring, support, analysis and services, including key stakeholder liaison and supplier management for proactive resolution of contractual issues to ensure ongoing business continuity and high performing contracts. The role provides robust performance analysis, data management and methodologies that contribute to key business and operational priorities. This includes budget and financial analysis, contributing to future tenders, strategic business initiatives and assisting with preparation of business cases, regular reporting and executive briefings.
The role manages low to medium risk contracts and works closely with SAPOL’s Procurement and Contract Management Services Branch to develop procurement and contract documentation, actively monitors contract performance and risks, and identifies appropriate strategies to achieve contract outcomes. The PASB Contracts Manager also consults with a range of stakeholders and provides contract management advisory and expertise to the Branch.
The Contracts, Impound & Armoury Unit within SAPOL’s Physical Assets Services Branch (PASB) is responsible for management and oversight of SAPOL’s asset related contracts. The Unit is also accountable for managing effective operations in support of vehicles seizures under Criminal Law (Clamping, Impounding and Forfeiture) Act 2007, and management of SAPOL’s metropolitan and regional Impound facilities, and central Armoury functions.
Physical Assets Services Branch is comprised of seven units: Capital Projects Unit, Major Projects Unit, Strategic Infrastructure Unit, Contracts, Impound Unit & Armoury Unit, Strategic Operations: Fleet & Property, Facilities Management Unit, and Business Unit. A 'one team' mindset is driven by leadership at all levels, is focused on achieving our Vision and Key Strategy and allows us to realise the full potential of our workforce and ensures service excellence. To achieve this, members adopt a problem solving, responsive and informative approach.
Special Conditions
The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.
Salary
ASO5 - $85,7+0 - $+5,413 per annum.
Enquiries
Aren Aboughattas
(08) 7322 3531
Aren.Aboughattas@police.sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online.
Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager.
Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF20++ Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.
South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Applications close: 15/06/2026 5:00 PM
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The CONTRACTS MANAGER position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.