Contracts Administrator

Role overview

This position sits within Supply Chain & Procurement and supports the Closure project at Lac de Gras. The Contracts Administrator will help manage contractor systems and ensure supplier performance stays aligned with agreed contract terms, Rio Tinto procurement requirements, project procedures, and company values.

The role follows a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation and is classified as Band K. The closing date for applications is 14 July 2026.

Key duties

• Handle major Closure contracts from active performance through to final completion.
• Monitor pre-qualification conditions, contractual deliverables, performance checkpoints, and payment milestones.
• Work with Project Controls by supplying contract values, approved changes, forecast variations, and committed costs for accurate cost tracking.
• Draft and review site instructions, notices, claims, and formal contract amendments.
• Partner with the project team to spot contractual issues early and assess their possible effect on total contract expenditure.
• Oversee contractor compliance, flag risks, and help resolve disputes when they arise.
• Assist with internal and external audits and produce contract-related reports.
• Keep contract documentation complete, current, and well organized throughout the project lifecycle.

Candidate profile

The ideal applicant is safety-focused and able to work effectively in a demanding project environment with several priorities at once. You should bring strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to stay organized while solving problems proactively.

A diploma or degree in Business, Supply Chain, Law, or a closely related discipline is preferred, along with 3 to 5 years of experience in contracts administration or procurement, ideally on large projects. Familiarity with procurement best practices, project workflows, MS Office, and contract/document management systems is expected.

Additional information

Northern residency is considered an asset, as is experience working in a cross-cultural setting and understanding the realities, challenges, and opportunities of life in the North. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the DDMI Participation Agreement Groups and to qualified candidates who live in the Northwest Territories or Nunavut. Applicants seeking priority consideration must clearly state their status in both the online application and their resume.

How to apply

Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter together with a note confirming their interest to [email protected].

About the employer

Rio Tinto is a major global mining and materials organization operating in 35 countries. Its portfolio includes iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials that support the global energy transition and wider development needs. The company emphasizes innovation, continuous improvement, low-emissions production, and strong environmental, social, and governance standards, while building partnerships to solve problems and create shared value.

Respect and inclusion

The organization encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, LGBTQIA2 community members, mature workers, people with disabilities, and candidates from diverse cultural backgrounds. It is committed to an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, every voice is valued, all cultures are respected, and fairness and dignity guide how colleagues treat one another.

French employer information

Rio Tinto is also described in French as a leading global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the world’s energy transition and for communities and nations to thrive. The company highlights 150 years of mining experience, innovation, improvement, low-emissions production, ESG standards, and partnership-based problem solving.

French inclusion statement

Applications are welcomed from Indigenous people, women, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, older workers, people with disabilities, and people from diverse backgrounds. The company says it is committed to an inclusive environment where employees feel comfortable being themselves, voices are heard, cultures are respected, and varied perspectives are essential to success. Fair and dignified treatment is expected regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, or other differences.