Contract Support

• Job Title: Contract Support - Facilities & Estates
• Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Salary: £44,000 - £49,000
• Location: EcoPark, Edmonton, North London

About LondonEnergy

At LondonEnergy, we’re proud of our vital role in managing North London’s waste and protecting the environment. As part of the team, you’ll already know that we handle and process 750,000 tonnes of waste each year, making us the second largest waste contract in the UK.

By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres.

About the role:

As our Contracts Support team member, you will help manage and monitor Facilities & Estates contractors across multiple sites. Reporting to the Real Estates Manager, you'll work closely with F&E Supervisors and contractors to ensure services meet performance standards and deliver value.

This is a hands-on, site-based role involving regular contractor meetings, reviewing risk assessments, and support for new projects. Ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and wants to grow in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities: 

• Contract Lifecycle Management: Oversee contracts from initiation to termination, ensuring compliance with obligations and alignment with legal and company standards.
• Vendor & Supplier Oversight: Build and manage strong vendor relationships, including performance monitoring, SMARTER improvement plans, and addressing non-compliance.
• Collaboration with Procurement: Partner with Procurement to negotiate, develop, and manage contracts that meet policy, legal, and operational needs.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track KPIs, service levels, and outcomes; regularly review performance, document findings, and report to leadership.
• Financial & Operational Oversight: Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service quality and safety standards.
• System Utilisation (D365): Use Microsoft D365 for PO generation, incident reporting, scheduling, and maintaining accurate service records.
• Compliance & Best Practices: Ensure documentation (e.g., waste transfer notes) is complete, services are effective, and industry best practices and internal frameworks are followed.
• Risk & Safety Documentation Review: Review and verify RAMS and all associated safety documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and suitability prior to works commencing.
• Contractor Competency Assurance: Check and validate contractor competencies, qualifications, and training records ahead of scheduled works to ensure safe and compliant delivery.
• Contractor Auditing & Improvement: Conduct audits of contractors, identify non‑conformances, document findings, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked to resolution

Requirements

• Proven experience in contract management, particularly in an operational environment.
• Possess knowledge of legislation and guidance around procurement and contract compliance.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to contracts.
• Financial acumen and experience in budgeting and cost control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in contract management software and tools.
• Nebosh Construction or National General Certificate or equivalent (Desirable)
• SMSTS (Desirable)
• Good working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015

Benefits

• Private Medical & Life Insurance

• Company Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave Package
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• + Many more benefits 

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.