Commercial Specialist

KBR; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Career development

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Commercial Specialist to support complex procurement, commercial, and contract management activities across the GWEO division.

You will work with project teams, Commonwealth stakeholders, and industry partners to contribute to procurement strategies, tender activities, and contract governance in Defence programs. This permanent full-time role can be based in Canberra or Melbourne, and requires active NV1 or higher security clearance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Defence commercial and procurement activities.
• Ability to understand contracts, deeds, indemnities, obligations, and variation clauses.
• Experience coordinating governance activities, including agendas, minutes, registers, documentation control, and quality assurance of meeting packs.
• Effective analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Australian Citizenship required.
• Current NV1 Defence Security Clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex procurement activities and the development of procurement and tender documentation.
• Support the development of commercial strategies, including identification of recommended procurement methods.
• Undertake contract management activities for ASDEFCON acquisition and sustainment contracts.
• Process contract changes, review contract deliverables, and assist with contractor performance management.
• Assist the Commonwealth with commercial negotiations involving prime contractors.
• Develop procurement strategies, contract management plans, delegate approvals, tender evaluation plans, evaluation reports, and liability risk assessments.
• Provide accurate and timely commercial and finance advice and guidance to delegates and stakeholders.
• Assure compliance with relevant departmental procurement policies.
• Identify and manage commercial and finance risks.
• Prepare internal briefs, approval submissions, and reports.
• Coordinate project representation at key contract meetings.
• Participate in procurement and contract workshops and forums as required.

Skills

Defence procurement

Contract management

Governance coordination

Analytical communication

Security clearance

Australian citizenship

NV1 clearance

Job description

Title:

Commercial Specialist

At KBR – We do things that matter.

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

Learn more about KBR in Australia

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking an experienced Commercial Specialist to support complex procurement, commercial, and contract management activities across the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) division.

In this role, you will provide commercial, procurement, contract management, and financial support across complex Defence acquisition activities. Working closely with project teams, Commonwealth stakeholders, and industry partners, you will contribute to procurement strategies, tender activities, contract management, commercial governance, and risk management that support the delivery of critical Defence capability outcomes.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in Canberra or Melbourne.

The successful candidate must hold an NV1 security clearance or higher.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with complex procurement activities and the development of procurement and tender documentation
• Support the development of commercial strategies, including identification of recommended procurement methods
• Undertake contract management activities for ASDEFCON acquisition and sustainment contracts
• Process contract changes, review contract deliverables, and assist with contractor performance management
• Assist the Commonwealth with commercial negotiations involving prime contractors
• Develop procurement strategies, contract management plans, delegate approvals, tender evaluation plans, evaluation reports, and liability risk assessments
• Provide accurate and timely commercial and finance advice and guidance to delegates and stakeholders
• Assure compliance with relevant departmental procurement policies
• Identify and manage commercial and finance risks
• Prepare internal briefs, approval submissions, and reports
• Coordinate project representation at key contract meetings
• Participate in procurement and contract workshops and forums as required

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in Defence commercial and procurement activities
• Ability to understand contracts, deeds, indemnities, obligations, and variation clauses
• Experience coordinating governance activities, including agendas, minutes, registers, documentation control, and quality assurance of meeting packs
• Effective analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Australian Citizenship
• Current Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) Defence Security Clearance or higher

Desirable

• Demonstrated project management experience
• Knowledge of Defence Writing Standards
• Knowledge of internal Defence processes
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and meet demanding milestones

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.