Job Type : Full-time | Location : Sydney or Brisbane, Australia | Department : Operations| Reporting to: Contracts Manager | Work Location : Hybrid
IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.
The Contracts Administrator supports the procurement and contracts function of active project delivery. This role provides hands-on support across the full RFx lifecycle from supplier engagement and tender coordination through to contract execution and ongoing administration. This role is highly detail-oriented and process-driven, with strong stakeholder coordination skills and a solid understanding of commercial and contractual fundamentals.
With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Business, Commerce, Law, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent demonstrated experience)
- Formal procurement or contracts training, CIPS, AIPMM, or equivalent is advantageous, but not essential.
Technical Skills — Essential
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in contracts administration coordinating competitive tender processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP) in a project or construction environment.
- Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP for purchase order and contract management.
- Strong documentation and drafting skills — can prepare clear, accurate correspondence, contracts, and procurement records with minimal review.
- Disciplined document control, version management, controlled distribution, register maintenance, and audit trail hygiene.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft 365:Word, Excel (registers, trackers), Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
- Experience supporting capital or construction projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of contract fundamentals and commercial terms.
- Experience working with Legal teams and contract redlining processes.
- Excellent document control and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple active contracts simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Technical Skills — Desirable
- Familiarity with contract management systems or document management platforms (Aconex, Procore, or similar).
- Exposure to construction, mining, or major infrastructure project environments.
- Knowledge of contract structure, contract lifecycle administration, and commercial risk in construction or infrastructure contexts.
- Understanding of WHS compliance requirements for contracted suppliers in high-risk environments.
- Formal procurement or contracts training, CIPS, AIPMM, or equivalents.
- Experience in data center, infrastructure, industrial, or energy sectors.
- Familiarity with construction contract types (MSA, EPC, design-build, service agreements).
- Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) software
Support and coordinate end-to-end RFx processes, RFI, RFQ, and RFP, including assisting in the preparation of tender documentation, issuing to market, managing addenda, and coordinating responses.
- Maintain supplier registers and prequalification records; support supplier onboarding and engagement communications.
- Liaise with Procurement Lead and Business Managers to ensure RFx timelines and milestones, tracking submission deadlines, evaluation schedules, and award approvals meet business deadlines.
- Support the preparation and issue of formal correspondence to tenderers including clarification responses, addenda, and outcome notifications.
- Coordinate evaluation of RFx submissions, distribute submissions, track evaluator progress, assist in compiling evaluation records.
- Maintain conflict of interest declarations, evaluation documentation, and audit trails in line with process requirements.
- Coordinate the Supplier onboarding process in accordance with company policy.
Contract Administration
- Support the contract execution process in accordance with company policy prepare execution copies, coordinate signing, and maintain executed contract registers
- Administer contract documentation throughout the contract lifecycle variations, extensions, notices, and close-out.
- Track key contract dates, expiry, renewal options, milestone payments, and notice periods and proactively alert the project team.
- Maintain contract management registers and ensure contract records are current, accurate, and audit-ready.
- Support preparation of contract performance reports, KPI tracking, and supplier review documentation when required.
- Coordinate the resolution of contract queries and minor disputes by collating relevant documentation and maintaining correspondence records.
Procurement Administration
- Prepare purchase requisitions, support approval workflows, and track procurement status across active categories.
- Assist in developing and maintaining procurement plans, category templates, and sourcing schedules.
- Coordinate supplier meetings, debriefs, and negotiation sessions, scheduling, minute-taking, and action tracking.
- Maintain compliance records including insurance certificates, WHS documentation, and licences for contracted suppliers.
- Support reporting on procurement activity.
Stakeholder & Team Support
- Liaise with internal project teams, legal, finance, and external suppliers to facilitate procurement and contracting workflows.
- Prepare briefing notes, status updates, and executive summaries for the Project and Procurement Leads.
- Provide general project administration support as required, including document control and meeting coordination.
At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth.
- Compensation & Rewards
Competitive salary range based on experience and impact
Short- and long-term incentive programs designed to reward both results and long term company success
Wellbeing & Benefits
- Comprehensive extended health and dental coverage to keep you and your family supported
- Three weeks of paid vacation to recharge, travel, or simply enjoy more life outside of work (note that paid vacation is for salaried employees only)
Work Environment A modern hybrid model — collaborate in our Sydney office Tuesday–Thursday, with flexibility the rest of the week
Casual, comfortable attire so you can bring your best self to work without the suit-and-tie Access to an onsite, fully equipped gym to make wellness part of your workday
We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!
IREN is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation. This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates under consideration.
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