Introduction

On behalf of our client, Woodside Energy - a Global Energy Company, Brunel is presently recruiting a Senior Contracts Adviser to join a high-performing team responsible for driving commercial outcomes in the Subsea and Pipelines Inspection, Maintenance and Repair (IMR). This is benchmarked as a 24 month contract located in the heart of the Perth CBD.

What are you going to do 

  • Lead end-to-end contracting activities from strategy through to execution and close-out
  • Develop and implement category strategies and sourcing plans
  • Manage RFQs/ITTs, tender evaluations, negotiation plans and contract approvals
  • Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers
  • Ensure contracts and purchase orders comply with governance requirements
  • Identify commercial value and cost optimisation opportunities
  • Provide commercial advice to stakeholders and support key business decisions
  • Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Tax, HSE and Operational Teams to achieve successful outcomes
  • Support changing business priorities across multiple categories as required

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Hold a degree in Business, Commerce OR Law
  • Extensive experience in Contracts, Category Management or Legal Advisory roles
  • Experience negotiating Energy industry contracts including indemnities, liability, IP and confidentiality provisions
  • Experience across the full tender lifecycle, particularly strategy and pre-award activities
  • Strong commercial negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to make sound decisions in complex, risk-based environments
  • Be passionate about your work, resilient, adaptable and flexible who thrives working on demanding projects

What we offer

  • Excellent negotiable daily pay rate!
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs,E: m.hobbs@brunel.net | mb: 0413 434 050

Closing: 02 July 2026

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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