Commercial Officer – Defence Procurement

About the role

The Commercial Officer will support the Land 156 acquisition programme within the Electromagnetic Warfare Intelligence Systems Joint & Air SPO. This defence commercial management position focuses on contracts, procurement, commercial risk, finance, compliance and stakeholder engagement for Australian Defence Force capabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and support tender documentation and response evaluation in line with AUSDEFCON requirements.
• Assist with commercial and procurement functions across acquisition activities, including planning, organising and preparing procurement documentation.
• Obtain internal approvals, support due‑diligence activities and manage subcontractor engagement.
• Maintain commercial risk, opportunity and issue registers and ensure contract compliance with Commonwealth and Defence policies.
• Provide financial planning, pricing support and contract administration records.
• Contribute to project reporting, commercial governance and stakeholder coordination.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in defence acquisition or commercial management.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth and Defence procurement policies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, contractors and defence agencies.

Required skills