Contract Manager

Location: Melbourne East & Inner East, VIC Salary and perks: Above Industry expectations + Super + KPI Bonus + Work Ute, Phone & Laptop Role Benefits: Fulltime Permanent Benefits, Weekly Pay, KPI Bonus & Career Growth Work Type: Commercial Maintenance/Landscape Contract Management About Solutions+: At Solutions+ we create and maintain green spaces that make a real difference in communities and organisations. Backed by 30+ years in the industry, we bring experience, quality and pride to everything we do. We offer more than just a job; we invest in your growth. With ongoing training, career pathways, and a supportive team, you’ll have the opportunity to build a long-term career and be recognised for the work you put in. Role and Responsibilities: • Lead a team of 20+ staff delivering high-quality open space and grounds maintenance. • Oversee a $3M+ contract, driving performance, profitability and service excellence. • Manage turf maintenance programs, including the preparation and upkeep of sporting wickets. • Build strong client relationships and act as the key point of contact for contract delivery. • Oversee playground maintenance, inspections and ongoing service requirements. • Coordinate minor infrastructure maintenance and improvement works across multiple sites. • Support ecological management and environmental maintenance initiatives. • Lead workforce planning, scheduling, resource allocation and team development. • Monitor budgets, labour costs, equipment and materials to achieve financial targets. • Maintain exceptional safety, quality and compliance standards across all operations. • Identify opportunities to improve productivity, service delivery and contract performance What will you need? • Experience in contract management, open space maintenance, horticulture, turf management or a related industry. • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead, develop and motivate a team across multiple sites. • A current driver’s licence, manual or automatic. • Strong communication and client relationship skills, with a focus on delivering outstanding service. • The ability to manage budgets, resources and operational priorities effectively. • A commitment to workplace health and safety, quality and environmental standards. • A current National Police Check, or the ability to obtain one. • A current Working With Children Check, or the ability to obtain one. We’re here to help you grow, make an impact, and build a future you’re proud of. Join a team that values your ideas, supports your development, and recognises the work you put in. Apply today and include your up-to-date resume for our recruitment team to peruse. Be part of a team that brings the plus!