- DIDO role / 4 day week
- Influence high-value commercial outcomes
- 12 mth contract + opportunity to go permanent

A project-based contract role for an experienced contract professional

Your new company

This is a site-based, Drive-in / Drive-out (DIDO). This role sits within a fast‑paced, site‑based operational environment where strong commercial contracting underpins safe, reliable and cost‑effective mining operations. The role operates on 12-hour days, working closely with operations, maintenance and project teams, you will influence contracting strategies and deliver best‑value outcomes that support business objectives.

This is a delivery‑focused role with direct accountability for tender execution, contractor selection and commercial risk management, ideal for a commercially minded professional who thrives in an operational setting.

Your new role

As Contracts Advisor, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end sourcing, tendering, commercial negotiation and award of site‑based operational and project contracts. In this role you will:

- Lead sourcing activities for site‑based operational and project contracts across mining, maintenance, services and capital works
- Develop and execute tender and sourcing strategies aligned with operational requirements, budgets and delivery timelines.
- Prepare, issue and manage RFIs, RFQs and tenders, including scope development, commercial terms and evaluation criteria.
- Conduct commercial evaluations, cost analysis and risk assessments of tender submissions
- Lead and participate in commercial negotiations, including pricing, scope clarification, risk allocation and contract terms.
- Recommend preferred contractors and prepare contract award submissions in line with delegated authority and governance requirements.
- Draft and negotiate contract terms and conditions in collaboration with legal and internal stakeholders as required




- Engage closely with site leadership and delivery teams across 12-hour operation shifts to ensure contracts are fit‑for‑purpose and operationally aligned.
- Identify, assess and mitigate commercial and contractual risks prior to contract award.
- Ensure all sourcing and contract award activities comply with company policies, governance and probity requirements
- Support contract mobilisation and handover to operational teams following award
- Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, improved commercial terms and enhanced contractor performance

What you'll need to succeed

You will bring solid commercial judgement and demonstrated experience delivering end‑to‑end contracting outcomes in mining, construction or heavy industry environments. Key strengths include:

- 5+ years' experience in contracts, commercial or procurement roles within mining, construction or heavy industry
- Demonstrated experience leading tenders and negotiating commercial terms for operational and project‑based contracts
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to assess value, risk and total cost of ownership
- Solid understanding of contract structures, risk allocation and commercial drivers
- Proven negotiation and stakeholder influencing skills
- Experience operating within delegated authority and governance frameworks
- Proficiency with ERP systems, tender platforms and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
- High attention to detail with disciplined commercial judgement
- A proactive, outcome‑driven approach in a fast‑paced operational environment

What you'll get in return

You'll have the opportunity to work in a commercially influential, site‑based role where your expertise directly impacts operational performance. In return, you'll enjoy:

- A challenging and commercially focused role within a mining operation
- High exposure to operational stakeholders and leadership
- The ability to influence contracting strategies and outcomes
- A supportive, professional working environment with strong safety and governance principles
- A flexible 4 on 3 off DIDO roster

What you need to do now

To apply or discuss this role further, contact Isabel Azcune on 07 4049 2*** or email *************@hays.com.au.

📌 Contracts Advisor (Townsville)
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Townsville