Senior Contracts Specialist

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Fortescue Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Country/Region: AU

State: WA

City: Perth

Job ID: 13291

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Fortescue's Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.

Roster: Monday to Friday

The primary purpose of this role is to support contract and procurement processes for the Capital Sustaining Projects Portfolio, in particular with respect to tendering of construction contract works and services, capital equipment and materials and post award contract administration and close-out

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, coordinate, and evaluate tender packages for works, services, and materials.
  • Negotiate contract terms and pricing to meet project schedules and budgets.
  • Conduct sourcing activities in line with procurement and project control procedures.
  • Prepare clear, accurate, and structured contract documentation.
  • Identify and implement cost-saving and value-adding opportunities.
  • Identify and assess key commercial risks during contract formation.
  • Maintain and update procurement and contract records for compliance and reporting.
  • Administer contracts during execution, including notices and correspondence.
  • Develop detailed pricing schedules and assess variations or extension of time claims.
  • Collaborate with project teams to drive competitive sourcing and effective contract outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in contract administration (mining, civil, SMP, or EIC sectors).
  • Strong understanding of contract formation, negotiation, and commercial principles.
  • Proficiency in contract management systems and reporting tools.
  • Degree in Commerce, Business, Law, or a related field (desirable).
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives.
  • Able to work effectively across multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.

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