Executive Commercial Lead, Multi‑Class Submarines

Brunel; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Commercial General Manager in Australia to guide the commercial direction of submarine sustainment programs. This role involves developing commercial strategies, managing key relationships, and modernising frameworks. Candidates should have a strong background in Defence, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to drive change within complex stakeholder environments. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of Defence capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Defence, shipbuilding, naval sustainment, or major projects.
• Strong capability to influence and support operational outcomes.
• Delivery-focused with the ability to modernise commercial practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Multi-Class Sustainment Commercial Strategy.
• Modernise frameworks and improve governance across Defence stakeholders.
• Support major contract negotiations for multi-class sustainment.

Skills

Commercial judgement

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Commercial General Manager in Australia to guide the commercial direction of submarine sustainment programs. This role involves developing commercial strategies, managing key relationships, and modernising frameworks. Candidates should have a strong background in Defence, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to drive change within complex stakeholder environments. The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of Defence capabilities.