Contracts Senior Advisor

Brisbane Permanent View Job Description
The Contracts Senior Advisor will handle high-value commercial contract negotiation and management
  • High-value contracts and significant scope
  • Good remuneration and long term prospects

About Our Client

Our client is a leading resources organisation with a strong operational footprint and a commitment to safe, sustainable and efficient mining operations. With a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement, they partner with industry-leading suppliers and contractors to deliver critical mining, maintenance and capital project outcomes across their business.As the organisation continues to grow and evolve, an opportunity exists for a highly capable Senior Contracts Advisor to join their Commercial team and play a key role in driving value, managing risk and supporting strategic operational objectives.

Job Description

Reporting to the Contract Superintendent, the Senior Contracts Advisor will lead the development and execution of sourcing and contracting strategies across a diverse portfolio of operational, maintenance, mining and capital project requirements. Based in Brisbane but with regular FIFO weeks, this role works closely with site and corporate stakeholders and requires regular travel to operations.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading complex sourcing and tender processes from strategy development through to contract award and execution.
  • Negotiating high-value contracts, commercial terms and risk allocation frameworks.
  • Providing expert commercial and contractual advice to operational and project teams.
  • Conducting commercial evaluations, cost modelling and risk assessments to support decision-making.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contract agreements and amendments.
  • Supporting contract mobilisation, implementation and ongoing contract management activities.
  • Developing strong stakeholder relationships across corporate and site-based teams.
  • Contributing to commercial governance, contracting standards and continuous improvement initiatives.



This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to influence critical commercial outcomes and partner directly with senior operational leaders.

The Successful Applicant

To be successful, you will be an experienced commercial or contracts professional with a strong track record of delivering complex sourcing and contracting outcomes within mining, resources, construction or heavy industry/project-driven environments.

You will bring:

  • 8-10+ years' experience in contracts, procurement or commercial roles.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex tenders and negotiating high-value service or project contracts.
  • Strong understanding of commercial risk, contract law principles and contract administration.
  • Advanced commercial analysis, cost modelling and negotiation capability.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience preparing executive-level recommendations and approval submissions.
  • A proactive, outcome-focused approach with strong commercial judgement.



Relevant tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Procurement, Supply Chain, Law or a related discipline will be highly regarded, as will professional procurement or contracting certifications.

What's on Offer

This role offers an opportunity to fill your time with work that really matters, has high value and requires skill and concern. The role pays well on basic salary and comes with a quarterly bonus scheme, and other benefits

For experienced commercial professionals looking to make a meaningful impact and drive value across a large-scale operational environment, this represents an outstanding opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Contact
Phil Clarke
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7124335
Phone number
+61 7 3414 6111

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Contracts Manager
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Brisbane
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Phil Clarke
Consultant phone
+61 7 3414 6111
Job Reference
JN-102026-7124335

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.