Senior Contracts Specialist

New Simberi Gold operations consists of an open cut mine on the northernmost island in the Tabar group of islands in the province of New Ireland in Papua New Guinea. Our vision is to grow sustainably and create enduring, positive impacts for the people and communities touched by our operations.

Now is an exciting time for our business and for our people. We’re going through a period of significant change and are gaining momentum in transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are ready to grow through opportunity and build a bright future with us.​​

We are currently seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to join our Commercial team in a permanent full-time position at our Simberi Operation. Your work location is Simberi Island, working a 21/14 Roster from Kavieng, Rabaul, Port Moresby, Lae, Buka, Mt Hagen, Madang, Goroka, Alotau, Wapenamanda, Popondetta, Hoskins, Wewak, Vanimo, or Tabar group of Islands. (Locals are encouraged to apply).

Reporting to the Contracts & Procurement Superintendent, you will be required to lead sourcing and procurement activities while providing expert commercial guidance across the business. This role is responsible for managing high-value contracts, developing procurement strategies, negotiating commercial agreements, mitigating risks, and ensuring contractors meet business performance expectations.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver value-driven procurement outcomes.

The Opportunity

Technical Accountabilities

• Prepare tender documentation including scopes of work, Requests for Quotation (RFQ), Requests for Proposal (RFP), tender evaluations, contract recommendations, contract awards, and execution.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to identify contract requirements aligned with business objectives and budgets.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms with internal and external business partners.
• Interpret and communicate contractual terms and conditions to managers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations, KPIs, service levels, quality, pricing, and delivery outcomes.
• Develop contractor scorecards and performance dashboards to monitor contractual compliance.
• Generate reports tracking actual contract expenditure against approved contract values.
• Analyse inventory data, logistics costs, and supplier pricing to support commercial decision-making and fixed-price agreements.
• Participate in capital project budgeting processes and identify commercial and procurement-related risks.
• Support modern slavery compliance programs through contractor surveys, training, and monitoring activities.
• Provide trusted commercial expertise while ensuring compliance with procurement governance, policies, and best-practice standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes and operational performance.

Scheduling Accountabilities

• Monitor and manage contract milestones, deliverables, and supplier performance timelines.
• Ensure procurement activities and contract execution align with operational and project schedules.
• Track contract expenditure and performance against agreed timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate tendering, evaluation, negotiations, contract awards, and implementation within required timeframes.
• Communicate emerging issues or delays that may impact procurement schedules or project delivery.

People Accountabilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, and business partners.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and commercial excellence.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and commercial training to stakeholders across the operation.
• Support procurement teams in identifying competitive sourcing options while ensuring policy compliance.
• Maintain effective communication across all levels of the business.
• Promote teamwork, collaboration, and positive working relationships.
• Demonstrate leadership and professionalism consistent with company values and standards.
• Take ownership of personal performance, learning, and development.

Are you ready to come and build your future with us?

We need the best people. People who have drive, energy and are genuinely passionate about the work they do and provide a positive impact. Additionally, we need people who see a challenge as an opportunity for growth and value working with others towards a common goal.​

We would love to hear from you if you have​:

Essential

• Relevant qualification in Law, Finance, Logistics, Procurement, Contract Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong end-to-end procurement and contract management experience.
• Demonstrated success in executing procurement plans and delivering operational and corporate objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while balancing long-term procurement strategies.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate work across teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and numerical capability.

Desirable

• Demonstrated leadership experience or evidence of leadership roles.
• Experience within the mining, resources, or heavy industry sectors.
• Strong track record of business improvement initiatives.
• Change management experience.

For further information on the Simberi Operations and to apply for this role, please visit: 

https://www.livehire.com/job/stbarbara-png/XB8DY

Closing Date: Wednesday, 11^th November 2026 at Close of Business.

Please submit your Applications, CVs, and Supporting documents (all merged in one PDF document)

At New Simberi Gold, we’re committed to finding the best fit for every role. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming diversity in all its forms. All qualified applicants will be given equal consideration, regardless of their race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.