Job Description

Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management

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Reference: 2299

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Lead commercial strategy and supplier performance that helps keep Victoria's emergency management capability solid, responsive and ready.

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Are you an experienced commercial and contract management professional who enjoys leading strategic initiatives, building strong supplier relationships and delivering outcomes that make a real difference?

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The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking a Program Manager, Commercial Performance to lead the development and management of commercial strategies, contracts and supplier performance arrangements that support Bushfire and Forest Services operations.

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As a Program Manager, Commercial Performance, you will provide expert commercial advice, lead complex contract negotiations and drive continuous improvement across the contract lifecycle. You will play a key role in ensuring commercial arrangements are practical, compliant and aligned with operational requirements in both business-as-usual and emergency management environments.

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You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values safety, integrity, readiness and continuous improvement.

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DEECA offers:

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- meaningful work supporting Victoria's emergency management capability
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- opportunities to influence major commercial and procurement decisions across Bushfire and Forest Services
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- involvement in strategic supplier management and contract performance initiatives
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- a flexible and inclusive workplace
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- hybrid working arrangements where operational requirements allow
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- opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
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- the chance to work with a diverse range of stakeholders across government, industry and emergency management sectors.
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Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

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- Tertiary qualification in commerce, business, procurement, law,



contract management or a related discipline is desirable, or equivalent relevant experience.
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- Demonstrated experience providing commercial and contract management advice across a portfolio of suppliers, including drafting, reviewing and interpreting contract terms, schedules and associated documentation.
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- Proven experience managing commercial arrangements across the contract lifecycle, including ensuring value for money is achieved and sustained.
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- Proven understanding of and significant exposure to procurement and contract management frameworks, governance, delegations and record-keeping requirements, with demonstrated ability to maintain audit-ready contract registers and documentation.
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- Forklift licence may be required.
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- A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel within Victoria are required.
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This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Kyle Road, Altona North with hybrid work arrangements available.

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Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

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An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

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DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

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We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected]

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We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.

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Applications close Monday 21 September 2026 at 11.59pm

📌 Program Manager, Commercial Performance (Victoria)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Victoria