Contract Specialist

NES Fircroft is partnering with a large scale Mining operator, we are now seeking a Contracts Specialist to come on board for an initial 12-month contract on a FIFO roster 4 days on/3 days off with potential to have flexible WFH time.
Reporting to the Capital Works Engineering teams, your duties will include:

• Development and execution of new contracts including facilitation of meetings with internal and external stakeholders to sponsor deeper relationships with all supply chain partners. 
• Liaise with other teams on collaborative tendering strategies that deliver spend aggregation benefits.
• Monitor performance of work under contract at both project and portfolio levels in line with contracted Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Manage the documentation and review/ approval process for the execution of variation/ amendment requests for contracts to company guidelines. 
• Review and respond to potential new vendors with suitable responses to business development enquiries. 
• Escalate contractual issues to relevant stakeholders and coordinate the resolution process including the facilitation and resolution of issues arising from claims, invoicing and rebates.

What are we looking for?

• Solid experience as a Contracts Administrator in the construction / mining industry
• Strong background in both head contract and subcontract administration
• Great time management and attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal skills
• Someone who work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.