Purchasing Officer at Maca Ltd in Welshpool, Western Australia, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

procurement planning

felix tendering

jde administration

contract handover

agreement negotiation

performance compliance

Provide project and procurement support, preparing procurement plans, assisting with JDE and Felix processes, supporting internal stakeholders, and ensuring consistent contract administration across projects.
Coordinate contract award and handover, preparing comprehensive handover packs outlining obligations, scope, KPIs, program details, variations processes, dispute escalation and payment requirements.
Prepare and manage tender packages in Felix, including issuing requests, comparing submissions, assessing commercial/technical risks, and supporting business case development for approvals.
Draft, negotiate and execute Subcontract, Supply and Consultancy Agreements, ensuring compliance with commercial and legal standards, maintaining contract registers, and securing favourable terms.
Administer contracts through JDE, including supplier setup, raising purchase orders, maintaining logs, processing reconciliations and collaborating with Supply Chain and Accounts Payable on claims.
Manage contract performance and compliance, resolving disputes, responding to notices/claims, processing variations/extensions, conducting annual rate reviews, monitoring insurance currency and completing formal close-out activities.

Requirements

procurement

jde

mining

finance

negotiation

analytical

Comprehensive industry knowledge, particularly regarding current procurement practices, contracting standards, and commercial frameworks commonly used in mining and construction.
Working knowledge of JDE or similar ERP systems, including experience navigating procurement workflows, contract setup, purchase orders and financial tracking to support accurate administration.
Good understanding of organisational processes and governance, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support internal stakeholders in meeting procedural and policy requirements.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the capability to influence outcomes, manage supplier relationships, resolve issues professionally and ensure alignment with company standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex contract and pricing information, identify risks/opportunities, and contribute to sound commercial decisions.
Relevant formal education in Finance, Commerce, Business or a related discipline, supported by solid experience in procurement and contract administration within the mining and/or construction sectors, enabling effective engagement with technical and commercial stakeholders.

Benefits

Paid parental leave.
Save up to 10% on your Health Insurance with BUPA, HBF, HCF or Medibank
Access to a dedicated online employee Wellbeing Centre providing education, support and tools to help you live a healthier life.
Access to salary sacrificing benefits.
Refer and earn program allowing you to earn up to $2,500 for referring new employees to MACA positions.
A competitive salary and access to a range of corporate discounts and cashback offers from over 350 popular retailers.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded 2002

Year Established

Became a global contracting group from humble beginnings.

2022 Acquisition

Joining Thiess Group

Enhanced scale and capability by becoming part of Thiess Group.

A$3.3B Work

Contracted Work

Over A$3.3 billion in secured contracts post-acquisition.

4 Assets

Mining Assets

Acquired four long-life assets and a large-scale plant fleet.

Secures and delivers major contracts—often mining-focused—spanning crushing, civil works, infrastructure and mineral processing.
Notable projects include large-scale mining operations in the Pilbara and Mid‑West regions of Western Australia.
Operates divisions across mining, crushing, civil, infrastructure and mineral processing, with tailored equipment solutions.
Known for blending hands‑on operational expertise with innovative technology and autonomy solutions.

Culture + Values

Safety is our highest priority.
We are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.
We value innovation and continuous improvement.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment.
We hold ourselves accountable and operate with integrity.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2050

Environmental Commitment

Aiming to achieve net carbon neutrality by the year 2050 through comprehensive sustainability initiatives.

Implementing energy-efficient practices and technologies.
Continuously improving waste management and recycling processes.
Investing in sustainable equipment and solutions.
Aiming for reduction in carbon emissions through strategic initiatives.

Inclusion & Diversity

Commits to increasing gender diversity across all levels.
Supports the development of women in traditionally male-dominated industries.
Establishes goals for improving female representation in leadership positions.
Regularly reviews and measures workforce diversity metrics.
Promotes an inclusive work environment where all employees are valued.

Articles

Projects

Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

procurement planning

felix tendering

jde administration

contract handover

agreement negotiation

performance compliance

Provide project and procurement support, preparing procurement plans, assisting with JDE and Felix processes, supporting internal stakeholders, and ensuring consistent contract administration across projects.
Coordinate contract award and handover, preparing comprehensive handover packs outlining obligations, scope, KPIs, program details, variations processes, dispute escalation and payment requirements.
Prepare and manage tender packages in Felix, including issuing requests, comparing submissions, assessing commercial/technical risks, and supporting business case development for approvals.
Draft, negotiate and execute Subcontract, Supply and Consultancy Agreements, ensuring compliance with commercial and legal standards, maintaining contract registers, and securing favourable terms.
Administer contracts through JDE, including supplier setup, raising purchase orders, maintaining logs, processing reconciliations and collaborating with Supply Chain and Accounts Payable on claims.
Manage contract performance and compliance, resolving disputes, responding to notices/claims, processing variations/extensions, conducting annual rate reviews, monitoring insurance currency and completing formal close-out activities.

Requirements

procurement

jde

mining

finance

negotiation

analytical

Comprehensive industry knowledge, particularly regarding current procurement practices, contracting standards, and commercial frameworks commonly used in mining and construction.
Working knowledge of JDE or similar ERP systems, including experience navigating procurement workflows, contract setup, purchase orders and financial tracking to support accurate administration.
Good understanding of organisational processes and governance, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support internal stakeholders in meeting procedural and policy requirements.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the capability to influence outcomes, manage supplier relationships, resolve issues professionally and ensure alignment with company standards.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex contract and pricing information, identify risks/opportunities, and contribute to sound commercial decisions.
Relevant formal education in Finance, Commerce, Business or a related discipline, supported by solid experience in procurement and contract administration within the mining and/or construction sectors, enabling effective engagement with technical and commercial stakeholders.

Benefits

Paid parental leave.
Save up to 10% on your Health Insurance with BUPA, HBF, HCF or Medibank
Access to a dedicated online employee Wellbeing Centre providing education, support and tools to help you live a healthier life.
Access to salary sacrificing benefits.
Refer and earn program allowing you to earn up to $2,500 for referring new employees to MACA positions.
A competitive salary and access to a range of corporate discounts and cashback offers from over 350 popular retailers.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found