Contracts Officer

About our company: 

Kestrel is one of the world’s largest producing underground coking, or metallurgical coal mines and produces around 7 million tonnes of metallurgical coal annually.  Our coal is shipped to key markets in Asia and Europe to be used in the steel making process.  The mine is located in the Bowen Basin, approximately 40km Northeast of Emerald in Central QLD.  Our team’s capability covers the entire mining process, from development to extraction and processing, environmental management and sustainable rehabilitation.  We have an approved life of mine until 2033 and reserves to 2046 with the potential to increase further. 

At Kestrel, we ensure everyone receives support and opportunities to be their best, both at work and at home.  When we invest in great people, really we’re investing in a great future for Kestrel.  We are thoughtful, inclusive and genuinely care about one another, as that’s the Kestrel way, and what makes us One Kestrel.  With just over 30 years of operation, we reflect on how far we have come, and look forward to what lies ahead for the future of resources, and our community. 

About the role: 

We are currently seeking a confident and driven individual to join our Strategic Sourcing Team.  The Contracts Officer will report to the Principal Contracts & Supply and will be based on site at Kestrel mine.  In this role you will work closely with both our internal stakeholders and external contractors to facilitate and support the delivery of all contracting requirements for the inbound supply chain.
 

What’s on Offer:

• Permanent role on a site with a long mine life.
• Work Life Balance – working Monday to Friday or a 9-day fortnight.
• Residential role allowing you to be home every night.
• Generous salary package with a competitive incentive structure.
• Salary sacrificing and salary packaging options.
• Generous Health Benefits including options for subsidised private health insurance.
• Working for an organisation that values their people and will invest in your future.

In this role, you will support Kestrel by: 

• Leading and managing vendor onboarding end to end lifecycle.
• Leading and managing the contract end to end lifecycle.
• Coordinating contract performance reviews with stakeholders
• Coordinating Contractor monthly bonuses.
• Providing commercial support to operational teams (on site).
• Driving positive commercial outcomes for the Company by using your negotiating and influencing skills.

About you:

• A minimum of 2 years’ contract management experience or relevant tertiary qualifications in either commerce, business management or a related discipline
• Ability to lead negotiations for commercial agreements with guidance provided where necessary.
• Strong attention to detail with an ability to build and foster positive relationships.
• Residing in Emerald or willing to relocate.
• Experienced in operating Microsoft office.

Applicants interested in exploring this position are encouraged to submit their resume via the apply now link.
 

For any general enquiries, please email:  recruitment@kestrelcoal.com
 

Applications close: Monday 6 May 2024

Please note:  Applicants may be contacted and progressed prior to the closing date.
 

Kestrel Coal Resources is committed to building a partnership with our people through establishing and maintaining a high-performance culture based on our values, people management and personal development framework. We are committed to workplace diversity and strongly encourage female and indigenous applicants to apply.  Please note a medical and background checks forms part of our recruitment process.