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Mt Owen/Glendell Operations (MGO) is an open cut mining operation which utilises truck and excavator mining methods to produce thermal and semi-soft coking coal, which is predominantly exported for domestic power generation and use in steel production. We are located within the Hunter Coalfields at Hebden in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Contracts Coordinator to join our team at MGO. As part of our site-based Commercial team, you will report to the Supply & Contracts Superintendent and work Monday to Friday, dayshift only roster.

In this role you will provide strong leadership to the Contracts and Supply Department to ensure that all source to contract management functions are effectively performed.  You will drive a high-performance culture, role modelling and reinforcing the behaviours that will underpin the success of our operation.

You will be primarily responsible for:

• Preparation of Request for Tender documentation.
• Evaluation and negotiation of quotations and tender, and the formation of contracts documentation.
• You will utilise the expertise and knowledge of best practice contract management to optimise procurement outcome.
• Lead cross complex stakeholder conformance with all relevant processes and policies relating to tenders and contracts.
• Coordinate with site personnel all activities related to the supply of goods and services to ensure timely completion of maintenance and delivery of goods required.

The requirements for success in this role include:

• Previous mining experience in a similar role.
• Tertiary Qualifications (Law, Business or Commercial).
• Demonstrated leadership skills and a high commitment to safety.
• Strong business acumen, coupled with excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Extensive experience in the contracting discipline and supplier/vendor performance management.
• Experience with a large ERP system (notably SAP) would be advantageous.

Benefits for you:

• Leadership Capability/Support: Supported by highly experienced leaders, you will be set up for success.
• Site Culture: Our team culture is unique where our site is renowned for its good culture, diversity, and supportive team approach.
• Remuneration: This position has an attractive remuneration package including performance-based bonuses.
• Development: At MGO, we are highly focussed on developing our people and provide mentoring, coaching and education assistance.
• Relocation assistance: Domestic relocation assistance is on offer.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and subsidised gym memberships are available.
• Career: Direct employment with an industry leader.
• Location: Lifestyle location in the beautiful Hunter Valley.

You will have a high regard for the value of teamwork and the provision of visible leadership. The above qualities must be exercised to ensure MGO’s key values of Safety, Responsibility, Simplicity, Integrity, Openness and Entrepreneurialism are achieved.

At MGO, our success is based on the principle that it is “Our People Who Make the Difference”.

For further information please contact:

Peter Brown - Supply Superintendent - 0439 509 051

Applications Close: 

Sunday, 1 November 2026

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