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 APS5 Contract Management Officers 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), Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) and Defence Intelligence Group (DIG). This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic, integrated workforce where your work directly supports Defence outcomes. In this APS5 role, you will operate under limited direction to perform and achieve complex procurement, contracting and contract management activities. You will apply well developed knowledge of legislation, government decision making processes, and Defence mission and policy frameworks, as required in both the Contracting Officer and Contract Management Officer profiles. You will exercise sound judgement, manage your workflow independently, interpret and apply policy and procedures, and provide clear, accurate advice to stakeholders. You will also undertake research, analysis, reviews and support work to achieve high quality results. About our Team We are recruiting in an exciting time for Defence across a range of positions in 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. Defence Intelligence Group (DIG) DIG provides strategic advice, policy and intelligence to enable Defence capability and national security priorities and supports strengthened decision-making in Defence. We are committed to your career development and have developed training pathways to support your professional development. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate/s would encompass the following: Have a strong understanding of Commonwealth procurement, contracting or contract management principles, or willingness and ability to learn. Actively manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgement. Confident communicators who can collaborate and negotiate effectively. Work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment. Show initiative and actively contribute to continuous improvement. Committed to growing their professional capability. If you enjoy collaborating in an integrated team environment and want to develop and enhance your commercial skills, this is the job for you!
