Title: Commercial Specialist

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The Opportunity: KBR is seeking an experienced Commercial Specialist to support complex procurement, commercial, and contract management activities across the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) division.

In this role, you will provide commercial, procurement, contract management, and financial support across complex Defence acquisition activities.



Working closely with project teams, Commonwealth stakeholders, and industry partners, you will contribute to procurement strategies, tender activities, contract management, commercial governance, and risk management that support the delivery of critical Defence capability outcomes.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in Canberra or Melbourne.

The successful candidate must hold an NV1 security clearance or higher. Responsibilities:

Assist with complex procurement activities and the development of procurement and tender documentation

Support the development of commercial strategies, including identification of recommended procurement methods

Undertake contract management activities for ASDEFCON acquisition and sustainment contracts

Process contract changes, review contract deliverables, and assist with contractor performance management

Assist the Commonwealth with commercial negotiations involving prime contractors

Develop procurement strategies, contract management plans, delegate approvals, tender evaluation plans, evaluation reports, and liability risk assessments

Provide accurate and timely commercial and finance advice and guidance to delegates and stakeholders

Assure compliance with relevant departmental procurement policies

Identify and manage commercial and finance risks





Prepare internal briefs, approval submissions, and reports

Coordinate project representation at key contract meetings

Participate in procurement and contract workshops and forums as required

As the ideal candidate you will bring: Essential

Demonstrated experience in Defence commercial and procurement activities

Ability to understand contracts, deeds, indemnities, obligations, and variation clauses

Experience coordinating governance activities, including agendas, minutes, registers, documentation control, and quality assurance of meeting packs

Effective analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

Australian Citizenship

Current Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) Defence Security Clearance or higher

Desirable

Demonstrated project management experience

Knowledge of Defence Writing Standards

Knowledge of internal Defence processes

Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and meet demanding milestones

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance.

Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

Adaptable 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

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are rece

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