Commercial Support Officer

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.

Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.

We currently have an opportunity for a Commercial Support Officer to join our Canberra team to work a Commercial Defence project.

What You’ll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

• Engaging with customers to inform the development of innovative and tailored commercial strategies and plans through the Smart Buyer Process via early engagement with the market, encouraging competition, managing and allocating risk appropriately and maximising value for money
• Tailoring of tender and contract documents and procurement processes to give effect to commercial strategies and comply with Commonwealth requirements, manage robust tender evaluation, collaborative negotiation and efficient contract award processes to reduce the cost of tendering and maximise value for money; and
• Providing strategic and targeted commercial support to high risk and strategic commercial activities and reforms across the entire procurement lifecycle.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong commercial, procurement and contracting experience in Defence
• Experience with Defence related acquisition work
• Strong stakeholder management
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multiple teams
• ASDEFCON knowledge

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.