Contracts Advisor

Fremantle Ports; Fremantle; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

On-site gym

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Salary packaging options

Professional development

Health and wellbeing program

Job summary

Fremantle Ports is seeking an experienced Contracts Advisor to help drive its refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan. Based in Fremantle, WA, you will manage commercial contracts, lead negotiations and build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

This fast-paced role offers cross‑divisional collaboration, a focus on governance and compliance, and opportunities for professional development as part of a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in contract management or commercial advisory.
• Law studies are highly desirable to navigate contractual obligations and risk.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex agreements and deliver commercially sound outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer commercial contracts and customer agreements
• Lead contract negotiations and deliver commercially sound outcomes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders
• Partner across divisions to meet contractual commitments and customer needs
• Identify and develop new commercial opportunities and partnerships
• Prepare business cases and provide commercial insights and recommendations
• Assess and mitigate contractual, commercial and operational risks
• Represent Fremantle Ports in industry forums, committees and stakeholder groups
• Provide commercial and contractual advice across the organisation, including liaison with Legal
• Promote a strong culture of safety, governance, compliance and ethical business practices

Skills

Contract management

Commercial advisory

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Law studies (desirable)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Fremantle Ports’ refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan marks an exciting new chapter for one of Australia’s most successful ports. Building on decades of expertise, we’re setting a bold vision for the future — and we need an experienced, values-driven Contracts Advisor to help make it happen.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, love working in a fast-paced environment, and are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, this could be the role for you.

Role Highlights

Join Fremantle Ports as aContracts Advisor and play a key role in managing commercial agreements, customer partnerships, and contract negotiations that support the organisation's strategic objectives. Working collaboratively across multiple divisions, you will provide commercial advice, develop innovative contract solutions, and build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute professional who enjoys cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and contributing to the ongoing success and growth of Fremantle Ports.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage and administer commercial contracts and customer agreements
• Lead contract negotiations and deliver commercially sound outcomes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders
• Partner across divisions to meet contractual commitments and customer needs
• Identify and develop new commercial opportunities and partnerships
• Prepare business cases and provide commercial insights and recommendations
• Assess and mitigate contractual, commercial and operational risks
• Represent Fremantle Ports in industry forums, committees and stakeholder groups
• Provide commercial and contractual advice across the organisation, including liaison with Legal
• Promote a strong culture of safety, governance, compliance and ethical business practices

What Makes You a Great Fit

You are a commercially focused professional with relevant qualifications and 3–5 years' experience in contract management, commercial advisory or a related field. Studies in Law are highly desirable, supporting your ability to navigate contractual obligations, negotiations and commercial risk. You have proven experience building strong stakeholder relationships, negotiating complex agreements and delivering commercially sound outcomes.

You combine strong commercial acumen with excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Tech-savvy and confident using CRM systems and digital business tools, you can effectively manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment. With a proactive and collaborative approach, you thrive on finding solutions and creating value for customers and the business.

What We Offer

Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy. Primarily based in Fremantle, you’ll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation. You’ll also enjoy variety through occasional travel to our Kwinana facilities.

• Free onsite parking and access to an on-site gymnasium.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave entitlements.
• Salary packaging options.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing program.

Get to Know Us

Fremantle Ports is a Government Trading Enterprise with proven commercial success and a highly regarded reputation with its partners, the community, and other stakeholders. The Port of Fremantle is a vital transport hub, supporting Western Australia's economic growth by facilitating more than $45 billion of trade in FY2023-24. Fremantle Ports acts as both a landlord, and the operator of its own import and export facilities in Kwinana.

We are proud to have a clear set of four values that set expectations about how we will behave: collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence. These are brought together and further supported under the acronym of CARE.

Next Steps

If you're looking for a meaningful role in an organisation with purpose, impact, and a strong values-based culture, we want to hear from you.

For specific queries, please contact the recruitment team via

• Locations 1 Cliff Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, AU