Strategic Contracting Officer – Submarine Program

Australian Submarine Agency - AU Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Submarine Agency in Melbourne is seeking an APS 6 Contracting Officer to provide specialist procurement and contracting advice to support the delivery of Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine program. You will contribute to procurement planning, tendering, contract formation and contract management activities, while ensuring compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework.

You will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including legal and financial advisers, and

Qualifications

• Experience with complex procurements, including planning and negotiating with suppliers.
• Ability to provide commercial advice across contract management and governance.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth Procurement Framework.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement planning, tendering, and contract formation.
• Manage contract management activities and assess risks.
• Provide commercial advice and develop innovative solutions.
• Engage with legal, financial advisers and ASA stakeholders.

Skills

Complex procurements

Commercial strategies

Market approaches

Negotiations with suppliers

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Australian Submarine Agency in Melbourne is seeking an APS 6 Contracting Officer to provide specialist procurement and contracting advice to support the delivery of Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine program. You will contribute to procurement planning, tendering, contract formation and contract management activities, while ensuring compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Framework.

You will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including legal and financial advisers, and