JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior Subcontracts / Contracts Specialist to join our Operations business in Australia & Asia Pacific West (APAC WEST). This is an opportunity to join our expanding Operations team, as part of our strategic growth plan for 2024 and beyond. Based in Perth CBD, this is a short-term requirement and is available on a full-time / part-time (job share) basis.

Wood "Operations" delivers Brownfield's engineering, procurement, construction, optimisation and technical services to the Energy industry. Wood enjoys long-term partnerships with some of the region's most prominent Energy and LNG producers with operations in Western Australia, Northern Territory, and Southeast Asia.

Join us in the heart of Perth's CBD at Dexus Place - 240 St Georges Terrace, free 24/7 access to an exclusive onsite gym, superb end of trip facilities, coffee machines serving on demand and plenty of spaces to get creative. In addition, you will have access to remote and flexible working options, purchased annual leave and employee discount programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager you will step up and into a dedicated client contract team. You will be responsible for the execution of specific aspects of (sub)contract development and execution and where applicable, guidance of junior Subcontract Specialists / Associates.

With limited supervision, at a high level the role objectives are:

• Analyse and interpret contract templates and T&Cs, and as appropriate to the work being executed, provide clarity and guidance to Project Management and execution teams.
• Drafting of tendering and contract documentation, in accordance with Wood and our Clients requirements.
• Manage the full tendering process and complete comprehensive commercial evaluations across a variety of key contracts.
• Review and draft high-quality responses to contractual/commercial qualifications as appropriate for the proposed Work and remuneration mode(s) being negotiated.
• Apply superior commercial acumen, aimed at maximising value and minimising risk, both for Wood and our Clients.
• Manage the application of relevant Wood and Client policies and procedures,
• Ensure compliance with all statutory/legal requirements and procedures and that all actions are fully auditable.
• Regularly monitoring and reporting of progress of activities for which you are responsible.
• Escalating any critical issues and risks to Senior Management.
• Drive the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

You will bring to life Wood's three-pillar strategy of Inspired Culture, Delivery Excellence and Profitable Growth on the project. Leading by example, you will consistently display and enforce Wood values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe, reliable operations and client satisfaction.

At Wood you will join an inclusive and diverse global community of inquisitive minds and recognised industry innovators, partnering to create new possibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

You must have full work rights to work in this Australian location.

Ideally, you will hold a degree or equivalent professional qualifications in Commerce, Supply Chain / Logistics from a recognised institution, have RICS qualification or industry equivalent and have a minimum of 10-15 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Heavy Industrial sectors of the Construction industry.

You will also possess the following attributes::

• Demonstrated experience in industry best practices supply chain principles and techniques.
• Good experience with related software and systems (i.e. ERM, SAP)
• Be customer-focused with an ability to develop trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders while balancing operational excellence to contribute to the competitive advantage of #teamwood.

What will set you apart is your experience in applying your detailed knowledge of suppliers, commercial evaluations, negotiations, terms and conditions of contracts and industry forms of subcontract, as part of a multidisciplinary team.

It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrow's solutions to the world's most critical challenges. Wood encourages Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

If you are an experienced Subcontracts / Contracts Specialist, ready for your next challenge - apply today!

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.