Contract Administrator - Renewable Energy

Zenith Energy is a leading independent power producer committed to renewable energy and helping clients reach net‑zero.

Zenith Energy is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Contract Administrator – Renewable Energy to support the Contracts Manager and Executive within the Commercial, Contracts & Procurement team.

In this role, you will provide analytical and commercial support across Zenith’s Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). You’ll play a key role in ensuring contractual compliance, improving operational performance, and minimising commercial risk across our renewable and thermal assets.

• Review and evaluate PPA commercial terms, including annual price escalations and insurance provisions
• Perform quantitative analysis to support compliance with PPAs and other contractual obligations
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and commercial teams to identify risks, data gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Support ongoing contract administration, including
  • Annual price reviews
  • Heat rate, yield, and renewable energy guarantee calculations
  • Compliance monitoring and reporting
• Assist in preparing technical and commercial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including
  • ESG reporting
  • Emissions reporting
  • Large‑scale Generation Certificate (LGC) tracking
  • Other green benefit mechanisms
• Track and document asset performance in line with contractual requirements
• Develop and apply engineering and commercial knowledge relevant to renewable energy performance

• 1–3 years’ professional experience
• Exposure to energy, mining, or infrastructure sectors
• Understanding of contract administration principles
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills (data analytics experience highly regarded)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (including VBA/macros), plus Access and Word
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and process‑driven
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or similar)
• Familiarity with renewable energy systems or performance tools is advantageous

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package and salary packaging options
• Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work‑life balance
• Modern offices with free parking and end‑of‑trip facilities
• Novated leasing options
• $4,000 employee referral bonus
• Ongoing development, including a Study Support Program
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people with disability.

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