Contract Specialist

New Hope Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Private Health Subsidy

Novated Lease / Salary packaging

Wellness programs including annual flu

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

New Hope Group in South-East Queensland is seeking a Contracts Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement processes, including tender management, contract negotiation and administration. You will collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver commercially sound outcomes while mitigating risk.

This role reports to the Manager - Procurement in a dynamic energy business. Applicants should have 5+ years experience in contracts or procurement, tertiary qualifications in Commerce,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in contracts, procurement or legal roles in medium to large organisations.
• Experience in drafting tender documents and evaluating submissions.
• Ability to interpret and negotiate contract terms (risk, indemnities, variations).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Mining industry experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender documents and scopes with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate tender processes, evaluations, negotiations and contract awards.
• Support contract development, pricing and terms.
• Ensure compliance with policies and governance.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Tender documentation

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Education

Commerce

Law

Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Hope Group (NHG) is a majority Australian-owned and operated diversified energy company which has been proudly based in South-East Queensland for more than 60 years. With a core focus on coal, we also have interests in port, exploration and agriculture and are one of Australia’s top 250 ASX listed companies.

Reporting into the Manager - Procurement, the Contracts Specialist is responsible for providing contract and tender management support. The role focuses on coordinating end to end procurement processes, including but not limited to contract negotiation, preparing and reviewing tender documentation, managing contract administration and ensuring compliance with organisational policies and frameworks. This position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes, mitigate risk and support contract management across the organisation.

About the role:

• Prepare tender documents including scopes in collaboration with team across the organisation
• Coordinate tender processes, evaluations, negotiations and contract awards
• Support contract development and negotiation, including pricing, commercial terms and conditions.
• Support contract managers to meet legislative and organisational requirements, standards and practices.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure collaboration and best commercial outcomes for the organisation.
• Drive continuous improvement in contract management processes, and governance across the organisation.

About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Commerce, Law or Supply Chain preferred)
• 5+ years legal, contracts or procurement experience in medium to large organisations, mining industry experience desirable.
• Strong experience in drafting tender documentation and evaluating submissions.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and negotiate contract terms (e.g., risk allocation, indemnities, variations, extensions of time)
• Ability to work independently, communicate clearly (both verbal and written), strong interpersonal and negotiating skills.
• Effective time and workload management skills, keeping track of a significant quantity of contracts and maintaining accurate records throughout their lifecycle.
• High level of attention to detail and a problem-solving attitude and collaborative nature in your work style.
• High competency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Private Health Subsidy
• Novated Lease / Salary packaging
• Wellness programs including annual flu vaccinations and skin checks
• Friendly, supportive and professional business culture
• Employee Assistance Program

New Hope Group is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace. We value diversity of experience and encourage applications from candidates who bring strong technical capability, practical judgement and a commitment to operational excellence. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment screening relevant to the role.