Commercial Specialist

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock Australasia is seeking Commercial Specialists to join our Aviation, Defence and Corporate teams across Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne. Reporting to a Senior Commercial Manager, you will support the full contract lifecycle with commercial expertise to enable delivery, growth and risk management.

You will collaborate with project, finance, procurement and operations, contribute to contract management, bid support, governance, and develop strong customer relationships in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
• Tertiary degree qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law, Finance or equivalent working experience.
• Experience in ASDEFCON contracts, subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, finance or program/project management, preferably in a Defence context and/ or large corporate environment.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written communications, applying creativity, strong attention to detail, and accuracy to deliver complex business outcomes.
• Solid understanding of legal principles and how they apply within a commercial or contractual environment.
• Proven capability to manage workload independently, balance competing priorities, perform effectively under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with a high level of discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support the contract lifecycle with commercial guidance to enable project delivery and growth.
• Assist with tender and bid activities, and help manage customer contracts.
• Provide commercial guidance to operational teams and contribute to governance, risk management and compliance.
• Develop and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships to protect commercial interests.
• Collaborate with project, finance, procurement and operational stakeholders to maximise commercial outcomes.

Skills

Defence clearance

Business/Commerce degree

ASDEFCON contracts

Procurement & supply chain

Written communications

Legal principles

Workload management

Confidential information handling

Education

Business/Commerce/Law/Finance degree

Job description

• Multiple opportunities available across Adelaide, Sydney & Melbourne.
• Join Defence, Aviation & Corporate teams driving commercial success.
• Be part of a leading organisation delivering critical capability.

About The Role

At Babcock, our continued growth, internal career progression, and commitment to delivering exceptional commercial outcomes have created opportunities for multiple Commercial Specialists to join our Aviation, Defence and Corporate teams.

Reporting to a Senior Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the business across the full contract lifecycle, providing commercial expertise that enables successful project delivery, drives business growth, and protects Babcock's commercial interests. Working closely with project, finance, procurement, and operational stakeholders, you will contribute to contract management, customer engagement, commercial governance, bid support, and risk management activities.

This is a dynamic and varied role where no two days are the same. You will support the preparation and management of customer contracts, assist with tender and bid activities, provide commercial guidance to operational teams, and help ensure contractual obligations are effectively managed. You'll also contribute to commercial governance processes, compliance activities, risk mitigation strategies, and the development of strong customer and stakeholder relationships.

If you are a commercially minded professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, influencing business outcomes, and supporting complex projects within a leading Defence and Aviation organisation, we would love to hear from you. Join Babcock and be part of a team that values expertise, innovation, and professional growth.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
• Tertiary degree qualifications in Business, Commence, Law, Finance or equivalent working experience.
• Relevant experience required in ASDEFCON contracts, subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, finance or program/project management, preferably in a Defence context and/ or large corporate environment.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written communications, applying creativity, strong attention to detail, and accuracy to deliver complex business outcomes.
• Solid understanding of legal principles and how they apply within a commercial or contractual environment.
• Proven capability to manage workload independently, balance competing priorities, perform effectively under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with a high level of discretion and professionalism.

Your Future At Babcock - What We Offer You

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
• As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who We Are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together.

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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