The key duties of the position include The Role Are you ready to contribute to capability, governance, and outcomes that support Australia's national interests? Defence is seeking motivated and detail-oriented EL1 Contracting Managers to deliver complex work across the full contract lifecycle - from procurement planning and contract formation through to contract administration, performance management and close-out. We are looking to fill multiple positions within Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) and Australian Submarine Agency (ASA). This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic, integrated workforce where your work directly supports Defence outcomes. In your role, you would be accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex to very complex procurement policy, procurement planning, tendering, contract formation, and contract management activities within an integrated Defence workforce. The role requires an in-depth understanding of legislative frameworks, the Commonwealth Procurement Framework (CPF), government decision making processes, and Defence's mission and policy requirements. The position exercises a considerable degree of independence, sound judgement and decision making, and provides expert advice across the procurement and contracting lifecycle, from enterprise level policy through to contract administration. The EL1 Lead manages one or more teams, sets strategic and operational work plans, and drives continuous improvement. They develop strategies, manage workflows, set and review performance standards, and build team capability to meet Defence outcomes. The role requires the ability to build and maintain productive stakeholder relationships, interpret and apply legislation and policy, respond to complex issues, negotiate with suppliers and internal clients, and resolve both policy and contract specific matters. The position contributes to professional development across the organisation. This is a people management role and requires leading a high-performing, cohesive team. About our Team We are recruiting in an exciting time for Defence across a range of positions in Procurement and Contracting between three Groups: Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) CASG exists to meet the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) military equipment and supply requirements, identified by Defence and approved by Government. CASG manages a multi-billion dollar portfolio of complex, high-profile acquisitions and sustainment activities supporting armed forces. Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), is responsible and accountable for the management and oversight of Australia's conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarine program. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate/s would encompass the following: Demonstrates strong leadership capability, with experience managing teams, setting priorities, and building workforce capability to deliver complex procurement and contract outcomes. Possesses deep knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework, legislative requirements, and Defence procurement and contracting processes, with proven ability to translate these into practical policy, guidance, and operational decisions. Excels in delivering procurement planning, tendering, contract formation and contract management activities, including risk management, supplier performance oversight and resolving complex commercial issues. Communicates with influence and engages effectively with stakeholders at all levels, negotiating and persuading to achieve strategic and operational outcomes. Shows sound judgement, initiative and a continuous improvement mindset, contributing to enhancements in policy, process, documentation, and team performance If you enjoy collaborating in an integrated team environment and want to develop and enhance your commercial skills, this is the job for you!
