Brisbane - Contracts Specialist - Full-time

Brisbane, QLD
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job Category: Supply Contract Management/ProJob Description:Position OverviewContracts Specialist, Supply Chain & ProcurementJoin the next generation of procurement and supply chain excellence across the country.As our Contracts Specialist, help us build smarter, safer contracts. You'll be responsible for commercial contract drafting and negotiation across APAC, ensuring risk is managed and value is protected.This role based in our Brisbane CBD Corporate office, is responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Contracts Management team in providing advice in the form of drafting, negotiating, and administration duties in relation to all procurement contractual activities for Civeo in a variety of categories.Key Categories and Responsibilities:Asset & Facility Management related contractsLogistics contracts (e.g., freight, bus services).Hospitality-related contracts (e.g., food, consumables, beverages, retail).Professional Services, Construction and IT contractsGeneral goods and services, People and Culture, and Corporate contractsDraft, review, and negotiate procurement contracts based on both internal and supplier scope of works, variations, deeds of novation, & renewalsIdentify and mitigate contractual risksEnsure all legal and contractual matters are addressed appropriatelyMaintain the contract register and provide strong contract administration supportQualifications:A university degree in business, law, or commerce.Experience:Minimum of 2 years' experience working within the Procurement or Legal Industry.Working knowledge of both commercial and general legal risks, terminology, and principles (preferably within the procurement sector)The position may suit someone currently working in the legal industry (i.e junior lawyer) who might be keen to pursue and gain more commercial and business-related experience.Skills:Demonstrated ability to prepare contracts and drive contract management processes and functions to deliver contracts on time and with high levels of accuracy.Act in accordance with, and ensure all relevant procurement, legal, and finance policies, procedures, and processes are always adhered to.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate into business outcomes.Ability to negotiate effectively.Attention to detail and highly organized.Excellent facilitation and coaching skills.About UsCiveo Australia, a division of Civeo Corporation, provides workforce accommodation services globally. In Australia, we own 9,000 permanent rooms across QLD, NSW, and WA, and operate more than 20,000 rooms in client-owned properties in remote regions of WA and SA. Our services include accommodation, food services, housekeeping, and property maintenance. With over 40 years of experience, Civeo supports individuals who live and work away from home.We're committed to fostering sustainable partnerships and inclusive opportunities in all the communities we operate in. By actively engaging with Traditional Owners and First Nations Businesses, we're not just operating accommodation villages, we're nurturing relationships that honour the rich cultural heritage of the land.We're safe, welcoming and proud to encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to join us.Responsibilities:Primary Duties and Responsibilities

To draft, review and negotiate procurement contracts based on both internal and supplier templates (including supplier contractual correspondence, review of customer contracts for procurement purposes, scope of works, variations, deed of novation's, contract renewals and extensions, non-conformance notices, general contractual correspondence etc).
Identify and mitigate contractual risks in favour of Civeo terms and conditions, including notifying the relevant project stakeholders of any options and/or impact to operations.
Provide advice and acts as the primary escalation point on issues and/or concerns which are not solved satisfactorily by the procurement team in a timely manner (e.g. via undefined or not adequately detailed scope of works, pricing discrepancies, KPI's etc).
Act as the primary contact between the procurement team and/or business units and the legal department, ensuring that all legal and contractual matters are addressed efficiently and promptly prior to any legal review and sign-off.
Ability to draft detailed contractual execution memorandums (highlighting negotiation outcomes, contractual concerns, and issues) for signature by Civeo's Leadership team (as determined by the Delegation of Authority).
Ability to understand both commercial and general legal risks, terminology, and principles (preferably within the procurement sector) and provide advice and direction to ensure alignment with Civeo's commercial, legal, and ethical position.
Maintain the contract register and provide strong contract administration support.
Preform any other tasks in relation to supplier, contractor or contract administration duties as required by Civeo from time to time.
Ensure all health, safety, quality and environmental standards and legislation are strictly met, ensuring a safe environment for employees, customers, contractors, and visitors, and promptly reporting any issues, potential issues or near miss events

Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceProfessional Qualifications

A university degree in business, law, or commerce.

Experience

Minimum of 4 years' experience working within the Procurement or Legal Industry
Minimum of 2 years' experience working in a procurement/commercial contract-related environment

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