Commercial Support Officer

Talent; Canberra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services company in Canberra is seeking a Commercial Support Officer to provide crucial support in strategic procurement and contract management within a complex maritime sustainment environment. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess strong commercial acumen coupled with a background in Defence procurement processes. This role is instrumental in optimising specialised maritime capabilities and ensuring compliance with governance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience with Defence frameworks and procurement processes.
• Background in maritime projects or contract management environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial and procurement advice to stakeholders.
• Support commercial strategies and procurement documentation.
• Assist with tender processes and contribute to contract management.

Skills

Experience in Commonwealth procurement

Experience in maritime sustainment

Complex Defence environments understanding

Strong commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Commerce, Business, Finance, Supply Chain

Job description

• Experience in Commonwealth procurement, maritime sustainment or complex Defence environments
• Minimum NV1 clearance required

Our Client

Our client aims to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Our client provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Support Officer to join a high-performing commercial team operating within a technically complex maritime sustainment environment. This role plays a critical part in supporting strategic procurement, contract management and commercial governance activities that underpin the delivery and optimisation of specialised maritime capabilities across complex programs.

Your duties will include:

• Providing commercial and procurement advice to program and executive stakeholders
• Supporting development of commercial strategies, procurement documentation and contract artefacts
• Assisting with tender processes, evaluations and contract formation using relevant frameworks
• Contributing to contract administration, performance monitoring and risk management activities
• Maintaining contract management plans, commercial registers and governance documentation
• Supporting training and uplift of commercial capability within Defence teams

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Commerce, Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience with Defence frameworks and Commonwealth procurement processes
• Background in maritime projects or complex contract management environments
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to operate in technically complex settings
• High attention to detail with well-developed analytical and documentation skills

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click 'APPLY'. For further information, please contact Connie at [e-mail]