Commercial Contracting Support Officer

Join our Downer Professional Servicesteam and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australias future.

Help Deliver Critical Defence Capability

Join Downer Professional Services (DPS) and play a key role in supporting one of Defences most significant Command Control and Communications capability programs.

Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical Advisory and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defenceand National Security.

We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Officer to support a LAND Program based in Canberra.Working alongside Defence stakeholders suppliers and project teams you will help drive commercial outcomes that support the delivery of critical Army capability.

What Youll Do

As a Commercial Officer you will play a key role in managing commercial and contract activities that support a LAND Program. Working closely with Defence stakeholders suppliers and project teams youll help ensure contracts are effectively managed supplier performance is monitored and procurement activities are delivered in accordance with Commonwealth and Defence frameworks.

This is an opportunity to apply your commercial expertise in a complex Defence environment supporting procurement contract performance risk management and governance activities across a major Army capability program. Youll contribute to strategic decision-making while building strong relationships across Defence and industry to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support contract management activities supplier performance reviews contract variations and ongoing commercial governance of a strategic Defence contract.
• Develop and review procurement and contracting documentation using the ASDEFCON suite ensuring compliance with Commonwealth and Defence procurement frameworks.
• Provide commercial advice risk assessments reports and recommendations to support informed decision-making and project outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with Defence industry and project stakeholders while supporting procurement performance management and contract compliance activities.

What Youll Bring

You are a highly organised commercial professional who thrives in complex environments thinks critically and enjoys solving challenging problems while balancing competing priorities.

Essential Experience

• Substantial experience in Commercial Management Contract Management or Procurement within Defence Government or similarly complex environments.
• Demonstrated experience applying Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs) and supporting procurement and contract management activities in a Defence or Commonwealth setting.
• Proven experience developing reviewing and managing procurement and contracting documentation using the ASDEFCON suite.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage risk provide contract and procurement advice and develop commercially sensitive reports submissions and contract change proposals.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence outcomes and work effectively across complex multi-disciplinary teams.

• Due to the nature of the work you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the some instances compliance withInternational Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

Due to the nature of the work you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the some instances compliance withInternational Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services were not just a workplace - were a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the countrys only sovereign prime were committed to making a real difference in protecting Australias interests.

What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services

Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
Professional development: Access career mapping accelerated learning programs and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare retail vehicles and more through
Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.
We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of allages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Māori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexibility that works for your life inclusive leadership that values your voice and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know were here to help you put your best foot forward.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexibility that works for your life inclusive leadership that values your voice and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know were here to help you put your best foot forward.