Commercial Specialist At KBR - We do things that matter We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world.
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KBR in Australia With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities.
KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.
These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.
That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow.
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The Opportunity KBR is seeking an experienced Commercial & Contract Manager with a strong background in financial acumen to support the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise, one of Australia's most significant Defence capability programs.
This is an exciting opportunity to apply your commercial, procurement, and contract management expertise to support the delivery of complex Defence acquisition outcomes.
Working alongside project teams, Commonwealth stakeholders, and industry partners, you will contribute to procurement strategies, tender activities, contract performance management, and commercial decision-making.
This role can be based in either Melbourne or Canberra, providing flexibility for the right candidate.
Support the development and delivery of complex procurement activities, including procurement strategies, tender documentation, evaluation plans, and approval submissions.
Develop and manage procurement and tender documentation, including Request for Tender (RFT) materials, evaluation reports, and procurement schedules.
Provide contract management support for ASDEFCON contracts, including contract changes, deliverable reviews, contractor performance monitoring, and contract reporting.
Assist with contract negotiations, delegate approvals, contract management plans, and commercial governance activities.




Provide accurate and timely commercial and financial advice to stakeholders and decision makers.
Identify, assess, and manage commercial, financial, and delivery risks.
Ensure compliance with Defence procurement policies, processes, and governance requirements.
Prepare internal briefs, approval submissions, reports, and executive documentation.
Coordinate project representation at key contract meetings, workshops, and commercial forums.
Support continuous improvement of procurement and contract management practices across the GWEO Enterprise.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Demonstrated experience in procurement, commercial management, contract management, or Defence acquisition environments.
Experience supporting complex government or Defence contracts, with ASDEFCON experience highly desirable.
Strong understanding of procurement processes, commercial strategies, tender activities, and contract performance management.
Strong understanding and ability to analyse both commercial and financial information and provide clear advice to stakeholders.
Tertiary qualification in financial discipline highly desirable.
Strong written communication skills with experience preparing briefs, submissions, reports, and decision-support documentation.
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work collaboratively across project teams, government, and industry partners.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex program environment.
A proactive approach with the ability to identify risks, solve problems, and deliver quality outcomes.
Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship required to be eligible.
What we will offer you:
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Flexible working
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid parental leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
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KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes,



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KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.
In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People - We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel protected, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
We Deliver - We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Are People of Integrity - We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity.
We believe doing what's right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
We Empower - We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
We Are a Team of Teams - We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments.
Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.
We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function.
Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.
Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.
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📌 Commercial Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Kbr
📍 Melbourne