An opportunity has become available with a well-established ASX-listed mining company operating multiple producing assets across Western Australia.
Reporting to a Category Lead and working within an experienced Contracts & Procurement team, this role offers genuine exposure across the full contract lifecycle, supporting a diverse portfolio of operational mining and corporate contracts.
Initially, the successful candidate will support contracts relating to Exploration, Drill & Blast and Heavy Mining Equipment (HME) before transitioning into a broader portfolio covering Services and Corporate categories. Contract values typically range from $200,000 through to $8 million, providing exposure to a broad range of commercial contracts across both pre-award and post-award activities.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Managing end-to-end contract administration across both pre-award and post-award activities
Preparing and issuing RFQs, RFPs and tender documentation
Coordinating tender evaluations, commercial assessments and recommendations for award
Negotiating commercial terms and supporting contract award processes
Drafting and administering contract documentation in accordance with company policies and governance requirements
Managing contract variations, claims, extensions and contract close-out activities
Administering progress claims and supporting payment processes
Providing commercial and contractual advice to operational and corporate stakeholders
Participating in supplier and contractor meetings while maintaining productive commercial relationships




Preparing commercial reporting, contract status updates, variation summaries and other contract documentation
Working closely with Category Leads and internal stakeholders to deliver value for money while effectively managing commercial risk
About You
Contracts Specialist, Contracts Advisor, Senior Contracts Administrator or similar commercial contracts roles
Managing both pre-award and post-award contracts
Tendering, RFx management, commercial evaluation and commercial negotiations
Contract drafting, administration and ongoing contract management
Managing contract variations, claims and progress payments
Providing commercial advice to operational stakeholders
Working within mining, resources, engineering, EPCM or heavy industrial environments
Managing medium to high-value commercial contracts
Solid stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Working within ERP environments, with
Pronto
experience highly regarded
Relevant qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Commerce, Law or a related discipline will be highly regarded
Particulars
Location: West Perth
Travel: Monthly operational site travel required
Working Arrangements: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm, with one work from home day per week once established
Employment Type: 6-month contract through Scotford Fennessy
Full Australian working rights are essential
Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment screening as part of the onboarding process
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📌 Contracts Specialist (Western Australia)
🏢 Scotford Fennessy
📍 Western Australia