Zenith Energy is a leading independent power producer delivering reliable and innovative energy solutions across Australia. We specialise in remote power generation and hybrid energy solutions, supporting some of the country's most complex and important energy projects.
Contracts Specialist
Zenith Energy is seeking an experienced
Contracts Specialist
to join our Project Services team based at our Rivervale Head Office.
Reporting to the Procurement and Commercial Manager, this role will provide commercial, contractual, and procurement support throughout the full contract lifecycle, contributing to the successful delivery of Zenith's projects.
This is a great opportunity for someone with strong experience in contracts, procurement, or commercial who enjoys working closely with project teams, suppliers, and contractors to deliver commercially sound outcomes.
About the role
As a Contracts Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the development, procurement, negotiation, administration, and closeout of contracts and purchase orders.
You will work closely with project teams, commercial, legal, procurement, suppliers and subcontractors to manage contractual requirements, commercial risk, claims, variations and supplier obligations in line with Zenith's governance requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing contractual matters in accordance with Zenith's project services and governance requirements
Preparing, issuing and managing RFQs, ITTs, tender documentation, contracts and purchase orders
Supporting contract formation, negotiation, administration and close-out
Reviewing and assessing progress claims, variations and contractual correspondence
Coordinating formal contractual notices to contractors and suppliers
Monitoring TQs and RFIs issued to clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Maintaining procurement and contracting documentation, registers and matrices
Identifying and managing commercial and contractual risks
Building strong working relationships with internal teams, suppliers, contractors and project stakeholders
Contributing to improvements in contracting practices,



templates, processes and governance frameworks
About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Demonstrated experience in contracts, commercial, procurement or project services
Experience within construction, mining, energy, infrastructure or major projects
Experience managing the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, contract formation, negotiation, administration and close-out
Robust understanding of contract administration, procurement processes and commercial principles
Ability to interpret contractual terms and conditions and apply sound commercial judgement
Experience preparing and reviewing tender documentation, contracts, purchase orders, claims, variations and contractual correspondence
Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and the ability to identify commercial and contractual risks
Ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines and high volumes of documentation
Right to work in Australia and ability to pass a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical
A tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Commerce, Business, Law, Procurement, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
Experience across mining, renewable energy, power generation, electrical infrastructure or remote site construction projects will be viewed favourably.
Why join Zenith?
Exposure to major energy and infrastructure projects
Competitive remuneration package.
Monday to Friday Roster
Discretionary bonus scheme.
Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave.
Novated leasing options.




$4,000 employee referral bonus.
Study Support Program and ongoing career development.
Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Opportunities to grow within a rapidly expanding business.
If you are a commercially minded contracts professional who enjoys working across the full contract lifecycle, we would love to hear from you.
Zenith Energy is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Zenith Energy is a Work180 Endorsed Employer
Zenith Energy is creating an innovative and reliable renewable energy future, today. We specialise in bespoke off-grid power generation and urban microgrids, with a focus on renewable energy generation.
We integrate a complete range of thermal, hybrid and sustainable energy, together with innovative technologies, to deliver greener, cost-effective and reliable solutions for clients.
Zenith Energy has publicly announced **** as the target for hitting Net Zero, and we are confident it presents the right balance of ambition and ability. Zenith is taking responsibility for the ethical impact and sustainability of its power generation, enabling clients to take steps forward in the ESG space.
Zenith Energy is creating an innovative and reliable renewable energy future, today. We specialise in bespoke off-grid power generation and urban microgrids, with a focus on renewable energy generation.
We integrate a complete range of thermal, hybrid and sustainable energy, together with innovative technologies, to deliver greener, cost-effective and reliable solutions for clients.
Zenith Energy has publicly announced **** as the target for hitting Net Zero, and we are confident it presents the right balance of ambition and ability. Zenith is taking responsibility for the ethical impact and sustainability of its power generation, enabling clients to take steps forward in the ESG space.
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📌 Contracts Specialist (Perth)
🏢 Zenith Energy
📍 Perth