Senior Contracts Specialist

About the role

Karara Mining Limited, an Ansteel Group company, is looking for an experienced Senior Contracts Specialist to join its Business Planning & Commercial team in the Perth CBD office. You will report to the Contracts Superintendent and deal with external contractors and suppliers on day-to-day administration of the company's service contracting functions, while liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with contracting and approval procedures. Some site travel may be required.

Key responsibilities

• Manage high-value and complex pre- and post-contract activities, including procurement, contract planning, claims, variations, extensions, terminations and contract close-out.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures and risk allocation to achieve favourable contractual outcomes.
• Lead end-to-end tender processes, from market engagement and evaluation through to negotiations and contract award.
• Interpret complex contractual obligations and give expert commercial advice to mitigate risks and maximise value.
• Oversee contractor performance, insurance compliance and contract register management.
• Develop strategies for managing complex, high-risk contracts and mitigating commercial exposure.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and deliver transparent reporting and commercial insights to stakeholders and senior management.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Law, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in contracts and procurement within mining, resources, construction, infrastructure or energy.
• Sound knowledge of tendering, contract negotiation, post-award administration, claims management and procurement governance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Current National Police Clearance and full, valid Australian work rights.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Previous experience using SAP.

What we offer

• A permanent position with an attractive salary.
• Short-term incentive plan (bonus).
• On-the-job training and development programs.
• Salary sacrifice options for flights, parking, super and novated leasing.