We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Company Overview:

EQ Resources (EQR) is Australia’s leading tungsten producer and one of the leading Western tungsten producers globally, with mining operations in Queensland, Australia and Spain. We are profitably and responsibly building a secure, reliable and traceable Western tungsten platform, underpinned by technology-enabled processing and a disciplined, scalable growth pipeline. We supply non-China tungsten into industrial, technology and mission-critical applications.

EQR is a value-orientated company focused on safe, resource-efficient production and long-term value creation. We maximise the potential of our assets through continuous improvement and investment in our people, delivering materials that are critical for a better tomorrow while minimising our environmental footprint and creating positive societal impact.

Recognition

AMEC Workplace Award (2022) — circular economy approach

Premier of Queensland Export Awards (2025) — finalist (Resources & Energy; Sustainability & Green Economy)

About the Role:

As a key member of the Contracts & Procurement team, reporting to the Procurement & Contracts Manager, this role is responsible for the development, negotiation, and administration of contracts for goods and services across the Group. Working closely with operational, finance, legal, and corporate stakeholders, you will ensure our contractual arrangements deliver value, allocate risk appropriately, and maintain strong governance and compliance practices.

The role plays an integral part in tendering and contract formation, post-award contract administration, variation and claims management, and contractor performance management across key mining services, plant hire, and supply agreements. You will also contribute to the ongoing development of contract templates, registers, systems,



and reporting capability as the business grows. The position is preferably based in our Brisbane CBD office, with site-based arrangements at Mt Carbine considered for the right candidate, and will involve periodic travel to our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare, issue, and manage EOI and tender processes, including evaluation plans, commercial evaluations, clarifications, and award recommendations

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for mining services, plant hire, supply, and consultancy engagements using company standard terms

Administer contracts post-award, including variations, claims, extensions of time, dayworks reconciliation, and rates reviews

Maintain the Group contracts register, including key dates, renewals, expiries, options, securities, and bank guarantees

Monitor contractor compliance with insurance, security, and regulatory requirements throughout the contract lifecycle

Conduct contractor and supplier performance reviews against contract KPIs and manage remediation actions

Support commercial negotiations for major equipment purchases and hire-to-buy arrangements

Identify, assess, and manage commercial and contractual risk, and advise stakeholders on contractual entitlements and obligations

Support dispute avoidance and resolution, including preparation of commercial correspondence and responses to claims

Ensure contracting activity complies with company policies, delegations of authority, and probity and governance requirements

Develop and continuously improve standard contract templates, special conditions, and contracting procedures

Contribute to contract reporting,



including commitments, expiries, and supplier performance for management reporting

Key Selection Criteria:

Demonstrated experience in contracts administration or contract management within a mining, resources, construction, or heavy industrial workplace.

Degree qualified in business, commerce, law, engineering, or a related discipline highly regarded, or equivalent industry experience.

Sound working knowledge of contract law principles and common contracting frameworks (including the AS 4000 suite and mining services agreements), with strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Strong systems capability, with SAP experience preferred or demonstrated proficiency in a similar ERP or contract management system, and advanced Microsoft Word and Excel skills.

Excellent communication, attention to detail, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.

EQR Values in Action for This Role:

Act Safe. Feel Safe. | Embrace Difference | Tread Lightly | Dig Deep | Buddy Up | Lead with Integrity

In this role, you will be expected to:

Act Safe. Feel Safe: speak up, stop if unsafe, and close out hazards.

Lead with Integrity: do what you say you will do; be accountable.

Buddy Up: strong teamwork, handovers and cross-team coordination.

Dig Deep: improve systems, prevent repeat issues, solve problems.

Embrace Difference: respect people, roles and perspectives.

Tread Lightly: follow environmental controls (dust/water/waste/housekeeping).

What will EQ Resources Provide Me With

Competitive salary package aligned with experience.

Brisbane Head Office base with regular exposure to site operations and senior stakeholders.

Supportive team environment within a critical minerals company with genuine scope to influence outcomes and build capability.

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

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📌 Contracts Specialist (Queensland)
🏢 EQ Resources
📍 Queensland