Working as part of the site leadership team, you will provide commercial insight and financial guidance to support operational performance, profitability and informed decision-making. You will work closely with senior operational stakeholders and corporate commercial teams across financial reporting, forecasting, cost control, contract management and commercial governance

Description

- Lead commercial and financial performance reporting across the operation.
- Prepare and review monthly financial reports, management packs and performance commentary.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
- Conduct detailed cost reviews and identify opportunities for improved productivity, efficiency and cost control.
- Provide commercial advice and financial insights to senior operational leadership.
- Monitor financial KPIs and identify trends, risks and areas requiring corrective action.
- Manage contract claims, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely and compliant with contractual requirements.
- Review and manage contract variations, extensions, amendments and other commercial matters.
- Support the resolution of contractual disputes and commercial issues.
- Interpret contractual requirements and ensure operational performance aligns with agreed obligations and KPIs.
- Maintain strong commercial governance and ensure activities align with business risk frameworks and policies.
- Support tender submissions, scope changes and commercial proposals.
- Maintain appropriate control over operating and capital expenditure.
- Work collaboratively with clients, contractors, operational teams and corporate stakeholders.




- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across commercial processes and systems.
- Provide guidance and support to members of the commercial and finance team.

Profile

- Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline.
- CA or CPA qualification highly desirable.
- 8+ years' progressive experience across commercial, financial, contracts or management accounting environments.
- Experience within mining, resources, construction, infrastructure or another capital-intensive industry.
- Previous experience working within an operating mine or major project environment.
- Robust understanding of commercial contracts, claims, variations and dispute resolution.
- Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost control and financial reporting.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to understand how contractual decisions impact operational and financial performance.
- Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
- Experience with ERP/financial systems such as SAP, Pronto or similar is advantageous.
- Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Ability to communicate financial and commercial information clearly to operational leaders.
- Strong risk management,



governance and compliance awareness.
- A practical, commercially minded approach with the confidence to challenge decisions and drive outcomes.

Job Offer

- Competitive salary - Circa $250,000 base + Super
- Roster - 5:2 / 4:3 DIDO from Perth, providing excellent work-life balance
- Career development opportunities - Continuous career development and growth pathways
- Dedicated lifestyle, financial, and mental health support
- Access to a wide range of employee discounts WITH retail, vehicle, insurance, and banking partners
- Paid parental leave benefits

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Ewan - ••••@brunel.net

📌 COMMERCIAL SUPERINTENDENT (Perth)
🏢 Brunel
📍 Perth