About The Opportunity Business Review Group (BRG) is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracting Support Officer (Level 2) to support the SATCOM SPO – OBC SSB (Space) project within the Department of Defence. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial professional with Defence procurement and contracting experience to contribute to a high-profile Defence capability program. The role supports the commercial contracting function through procurement planning, tender activities, contract administration and commercial advice across the project lifecycle.

Canberra-based candidates are preferred, however work from home arrangements are available. This is an enduring engagement with a strong likelihood of extension beyond 30 June 2027.

Key Responsibilities As the Commercial Contracting Support Officer, you will: Evaluate and analyse contract and financial information submitted by vendors in response to Request for Tender (RFT) activities. Verify compliance with RFT requirements, formatting standards and registration conditions. Support the Commercial Contracting Manager in providing strategic commercial advice to the project.

Assist with the preparation, review and management of Scopes of Work. Develop contractual documentation in accordance with Defence policy, procedures and procurement frameworks. Assist with procurement planning, tender development, contract formation and contract management activities.





Prepare commercial correspondence and documentation while ensuring legislative and policy compliance. Provide support across procurement, commercial, legal and financial investigations relating to contract management outcomes. Contribute to the achievement of project milestones through effective commercial support.

Essential Experience To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate experience in: Defence commercial and procurement environments. Government procurement frameworks and legislative requirements. Procurement planning, tendering and contract formation. Reviewing and evaluating commercial documentation and supplier submissions.

Preparing

Defence contract documentation and Scopes of Work. Contract management principles and commercial governance. Producing high-quality written documentation and reports. Working within complex stakeholder environments.

Key Attributes The successful candidate will possess: Strong commercial acumen and sound judgement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A thorough understanding of procurement methodologies and evaluation processes. Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. The ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary Defence project teams.

📌 Commercial Contracting Support Officer(6166) (Canberra)
🏢 Business Review Group
📍 Canberra