Senior Contracts Specialist

Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Specialist to join our Business Planning & Commercial team in the Perth CBD office. Reporting to the Contracts Superintendent, you will have strong experience engaging with External Contractors and Suppliers to provide day-to-day administration of the Company’s service contracting functions and to liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with the Company’s contracting and approval procedures/policies. Some site travel may be required from time to time.

To be successful in the role, the following is essential:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Law, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in contracts and procurement within the mining, resources, construction, infrastructure or energy sectors
• Sound knowledge of tendering processes, contract negotiations, post-award contract administration, claims management and procurement governance
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with contractors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams, along with previous experience using SAP
• Current National Police Clearance

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage high-value and complex pre- and post-contract activities, including procurement, contract planning, claims, variations, extensions, terminations and contract close-out
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures and risk allocation to achieve favourable contractual outcomes
• Lead end-to-end tender processes, from market engagement and evaluation through to negotiations and contract award
• Interpret complex contractual obligations and provide expert commercial advice to mitigate risks and maximise value
• Oversee contractor performance, insurance compliance and contract register management
• Develop and implement effective strategies for managing complex, high-risk contracts and mitigating commercial exposure
• Build and maintain trusted stakeholder relationships to establish clear plans, accountability and practical solutions
• Deliver transparent reporting, facilitate effective information sharing and present key commercial insights to stakeholders and senior management

What we offer:

• A permanent position working directly for Karara Mining Limited
• On-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
• The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.