Specialist Contracts Advisor

Golding; Coppabella; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Golding is seeking an experienced Specialist Contracts Advisor to join the team at South Walker Creek Mine on a 9-day fortnight roster. You will provide contractual and commercial support to project leadership, manage head and subcontractor contracts, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations on site.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will oversee claims, prepare notices and reports, analyse costs, and build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in contract administration within mining, civil construction or heavy industry environments.
• Strong knowledge of contract management principles and claims processes.
• Experience interpreting and administering head contracts and subcontractor agreements.
• Well-developed commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare contractual correspondence and reports.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide contractual and commercial advice to project leaders on head contract and subcontractor matters.
• Manage vendor, supplier and subcontractor contracts, including onboarding and approval processes.
• Prepare and administer contractual correspondence, notices, registers and supporting documentation.
• Identify, manage and resolve contractual risks, variations, scope changes and interpretation issues.
• Manage client and subcontractor claims, including progress claims, variations, delay claims and claim assessments.
• Analyse project costs and commercial data to provide insights and support project decision-making.
• Assist with the preparation of contractual and commercial reports, including daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
• Lead and support the site administration team, ensuring efficient delivery of administrative and project support functions.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure contractual compliance and effective commercial outcomes across all project activities.

Skills

Contract administration

Commercial management

Quantity surveying

Contract management principles

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

Job description

Golding is a successful mining, urban and civil infrastructure project management services business with projects and operations across Queensland and South Australia. We are reliable and cost effective, working hard to achieve successful outcomes for our clients by working with them in ways that create and deliver value.

We are currently seeking an experienced Specialist Contracts Advisor to join our team based at South Walker Creek Mine. Operating on a 9-day fortnight roster, this site-based role will be responsible for providing contractual and commercial support to project leadership teams while ensuring effective management of client and subcontractor contractual obligations.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager on site, you will play a key role in the administration and management of commercial and contractual activities across the project. Working closely with operational stakeholders, you will provide advice, manage claims processes, oversee subcontractor contracts, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide contractual and commercial advice to project leaders on head contract and subcontractor matters.
• Manage vendor, supplier and subcontractor contracts, including subcontractor onboarding and approval processes.
• Prepare and administer contractual correspondence, notices, registers and supporting documentation.
• Identify, manage and resolve contractual risks, variations, scope changes and interpretation issues.
• Manage client and subcontractor claims, including progress claims, variations, delay claims and claim assessments.
• Analyse project costs and commercial data to provide insights and support project decision-making.
• Assist with the preparation of contractual and commercial reports, including daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
• Lead and support the site administration team, ensuring efficient delivery of administrative and project support functions.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure contractual compliance and effective commercial outcomes across all project activities.

About You

• Demonstrated experience in contract administration, commercial management or quantity surveying within mining, civil construction or heavy industry environments.
• Strong knowledge of contract management principles and claims processes.
• Experience interpreting and administering head contracts and subcontractor agreements.
• Well‑developed commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare contractual correspondence and reports.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems.
• The ability to build positive working relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Why Join Golding:

• Employee‑Centric Success: Our success is driven by the diverse talents and initiatives of our employees.
• Core Values: We operate with integrity and honesty, guided by our core values.
• Commitment to Excellence: We prioritize safety, respect for the environment, and quality assurance in all our operations.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.