Contract Specialist

About This Role

Reporting to the Manager - Procurement, the Contract Specialist provides contract and tender management support. The role focuses on coordinating end-to-end procurement processes, from negotiation to administration, ensuring compliance with policies and frameworks. This position works with internal and external stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes, mitigate risk, and support contract management across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender documents, including scopes, in collaboration with teams 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

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Commerce, Law, or Supply Chain preferred)
• 5+ years legal, contracts, or procurement experience in medium to large organisations
• 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

Nice to have:

• Mining industry experience

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme
• 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

About the Company

New Hope Group (NHG) is a majority Australian-owned and operated diversified energy company, proudly based in South-East Queensland for more than 60 years. With a core focus on coal, the company also has interests in port, exploration, and agriculture, and is one of Australia’s top 250 ASX-listed companies. New Hope Group is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. They 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.