Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company - future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

Our Purpose and Beliefs:

As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fuelled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the role:

The Subcontract Specialist plays a critical role in managing all subcontracting activities for the project, from procurement through to performance tracking and compliance. This role ensures that subcontractors meet all contractual obligations, timelines and budget requirements, supporting the project's successful completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Negotiation of Subcontract Terms: Negotiate subcontract terms including price, scope of work, timelines, payment terms, and performance requirements to align with both project and company objectives.
• Contract Drafting and Amendments: Draft, review, and manage subcontract agreements, including amendments, extensions, and modifications. Ensure all agreements are legally sound and consistent with project objectives and organizational policies.
• Centralized Contract Management: Maintain a centralised, accessible database of all subcontract agreements, amendments, and correspondence, supporting efficient tracking and reference throughout the project lifecycle.
• Performance Monitoring and Compliance: Monitor subcontractor performance closely to ensure adherence to contractual terms, project schedules, and quality standards. Address any performance issues promptly and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Primary Subcontractor Liaison: Serve as the main point of contact for subcontractors, managing communications and promptly addressing issues or concerns that arise during the project to maintain alignment with project goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to align subcontractor work with project requirements and schedules, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Ongoing Project Support: Provide proactive support to project teams to resolve subcontract-related issues such as delays, performance deficiencies, or contract modifications, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure that all subcontractors comply with company policies, legal regulations, and safety standards throughout the project. Conduct risk assessments of subcontractor performance and implement mitigation strategies as needed.
• Documentation and Record Maintenance: Monitor subcontractor insurance, bonding, and other compliance-related documentation to ensure regulatory and contractual adherence. Maintain organized records of all subcontract negotiations, agreements, changes, and communications for easy access during audits.
• Subcontractor Progress Tracking: Track subcontractor progress and performance, verifying that work is completed on schedule, within budget, and meets quality expectations. Review subcontractor invoices for accuracy, ensuring payment terms and conditions are satisfied before approval.
• Other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed

About You:

Our ideal candidate will possess a Tertiary Degree and have experience within complex project environment, particularly Oil and Gas, Energy, EPC, infrastructure

It's an exciting time to join Kent so if this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

• Benefits: Attractive salary & benefits
• Work/Life balance friendly workplace
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Inclusion & Belonging Program
• Health insurance discount
• Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
• Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
• Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

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