Commercial Specialists - EOI

KBR, Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; 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 Australia is seeking expressions of interest for Commercial Specialist professionals to support complex Defence programs. You will help manage contracts post-execution, support governance, risk management, and commercial outcomes, and contribute to contract management plans and reporting.

Ideal candidates will have experience in defence governance, strong analytical and stakeholder engagement skills, and will hold an NV1 Defence Security Clearance or Baseline with upgrade potential.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, contract management, procurement, or Defence governance.
• Ability to develop reports and governance documentation.
• Active NV1 Defence Security Clearance required or baseline clearance with upgrade capability.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts through the post-execution lifecycle.
• Develop and implement contract management plans and processes.
• Prepare key reporting and governance documentation and monitor performance.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Defence governance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Report writing

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Title:

Commercial Specialists - EOI

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.

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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.

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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:

We are seeking expressions of interest applications from experienced Commercial Specialist professionals to support complex Defence programs and projects. In these opportunities, you will play a key role in managing contracts through the post-execution lifecycle, ensuring contractual obligations are met while supporting governance, risk management, and commercial outcomes.

Working within a collaborative project environment, you will contribute to the development and implementation of contract management plans and processes, monitor contract performance and deliverables, and support the identification and mitigation of commercial risks and issues.

You will also prepare key reporting and governance documentation, maintain contract management systems and tools, and ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Defence standards, policies, and procedures.

These roles offer the chance to work on high-profile Defence initiatives, engage with a broad range of stakeholders, and make a meaningful contribution to project success while further developing your commercial and contract management expertise.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

• Experience in commercial, contract management, procurement, project support, or Defence governance environments.
• Knowledge of contract management principles and Defence governance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with CASG procurement processes and contract administration.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities.
• Experience preparing reports, briefs, and governance documentation.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• The ability to work effectively within established frameworks, policies, and procedures.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline 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

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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.