Downer Professional Services is proud to be Defence’s strategic workforce partner within Joint Systems Division, following a competitive tender process. As part of this win, Team Downer MSP now support two critical system program offices within the JC4S Branch:
- Integrated Command, Control and Communications Systems Program Office (IC3 SPO)
- Integrated Warfighting Networks Systems Program Office (IWN SPO)
These SPOs deliver secure, integrated communications and enable seamless coordination across the Australian Defence Force. This is a proud milestone for our team as we continue to drive mission-critical capability forward.
We are seeking permanent Commercial Managers & Commercial Officers based in Canberra to support this Integrated Work Package.
What You’ll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including:
- Author and review complex strategic procurement and contracting documentation using the ASDEFCON suite that complies with relevant legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks and Defence quality standards including the PGPA Act, Commonwealth Procurement Rules, Defence Procurement Policy Manual.
- Provide commercial advice in relation to commercially sensitive reports, submissions, and other documents as required.
- Analyse, identify and develop mitigation strategies for the risks associated with procurement and contracting activities, contract performance, and compliance with legislative and policy frameworks.
- Translate and apply legal principles, legislative and policy compliance obligations, commercial risk and performance requirements related to the Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
- Coordinate and provide procurement advice, assistance, products and services to facilitate risk management, ethics and probity.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong knowledge and application of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules, commercial principles and performance management frameworks related to procurement and contracting within Defence or the Commonwealth.
- Experience working within a commercial team in a complex environment to deliver outcomes on time and to a high level of quality
- Expertise to support complex procurement activities including development of solicitation documentation (statements of work and statements of requirement) and the review and evaluation of responses to market approaches.
- An understanding of the Foreign Military Sales process and the comparative benefits, risk, limitations and constraints of this commercial approach.
- Experience developing contracting correspondence including complex, commercially sensitive reports, submissions, contract change proposals and other documents as required.
Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer Professional Services
At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
