Commercial Officer

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

 Do interesting work that MATTERS

 ENJOY what you do

 GROW your career

 Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Officer to join us, supporting our Hunter Class Frigates Commercial team. The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to pursue the best commercial outcomes for the Customer and the business whilst contributing to the support of the Australian Defence Forces.

This opportunity is available at either our Bourke St Office in Melbourne and Osborne Shipyard Office in Adelaide and open to hybrid work, flexibility and 9-day fortnight.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide coordination and administrative assistance to the Commercial team to support progress and negotiation of Maritime Business activities
• Support with administration of the HCFP contract and related agreements in accordance with company procedures
• Support with preparation of contract amendments and change proposals
• Review confidentiality and other agreements for Commercial Manager’s approval and provide assistance to the Commercial Manager on commercial issues
• Prepare draft business agreement for projects and track return and execution of agreements
• Assist Commercial Manager with preparation of documentation required under the request for bid approvals and lifecycle management process, including presentation packs, checklists, forms and plans
• Coordinate management review and approval of bids and proposals

About YOU

You’ll have:

• Demonstrated commercial experience in engineering or defence organisations with some exposure of Australian defence contracts
• Well organised, thorough and professional approach is essential, together with a high degree of motivation, initiative and enthusiasm
• An ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, and the capacity to perform effectively as part of a small team, with minimum of supervision is essential
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside immediate team, to implement business requirements
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost
• Whilst not essential, degree qualification or studying towards engineering, project management, commercial or law is desirable
• Intermediate PC skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of tools is essential
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain Government Security Clearance

Please submit your application and advise in your covering letter which role you are interested in.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidate hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.