About the job Commercial Officer (NV1 Defence)
About The Role:
Defence is seeking a Commercial Support Officer to work within Materiel Procurements Branch (MPB) in support of Space Systems Branch (SSB).
The successful candidate will undertake a variety of branch-level commercial tasks relating to sustainment and acquisition projects, ranging from low-level advice to managing approaches to market and procurement evaluations.
This is a dynamic role requiring initiative, sound commercial judgement, and the ability to operate independently within a small team.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver branch-level commercial support for SSBs sustainment and acquisition activities.
Respond to commercial enquiries and provide advice on procurement matters.
Assist with preparation and management of approaches to market.
Support tender evaluations and assist in contract development.
Ensure compliance with Defence procurement policy and frameworks.
Liaise with stakeholders across Defence and industry to support procurement outcomes.
About You:
Demonstrated experience in commercial or procurement roles, preferably in a Defence or public sector environment.
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong understanding of Commonwealth Procurement Rules and Defence-specific commercial practices.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience supporting Australian Defence Force (ADF) commercial initiatives.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
Familiarity with space acquisition or technically complex procurement domains.
ACAT1 Experience If this sounds like you, we love to hear from you.
Working in defence means being part of a team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and purpose-driven work.
You'll have the chance to develop your skills, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to something that makes a real difference.
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