Job Title:  Commercial Services Specialist

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

We are excited to invite expressions of interest from experienced Commercial Services professionals to provide advice and assistance on complex procurement and contract management issues. This role will be based out of Newcastle, New South Wales.

Reporting to the Air7002 Commercial Manager, AIR7002 specialist Commercial Services activities will be achieved successfully through the development of appropriate commercial documentation and activities executed in accordance with relevant Defence policy and frameworks.

The Commercial Services Specialist will be accountable for:

• Procurement planning, tendering and contract formation and deed and contract management activities including Deed and contract amendments while ensuring compliance with legislation, procurement policies, processes and procedures
• Monitoring and management of contract administration, performance and risks against the contract and contribute to appropriate action
• Design and implementation of mitigation strategies for the risks associated with contract management activities, suppliers’ performance and compliance with mandatory requirements and suggest relevant improvement
• Development, update and coordination of project artefacts required to support key project milestones/Gates/Committees

As a suitably experienced and well- rounded Commercial Services professional, the Commercial Services Specialist will have:

• Ability to engage key stakeholders
• Experience in supporting project governance and planning activities
• The ability to provide SME guidance and mentoring to project/ASCISPO team members
• Clear oral and written communication skills as well as strong negotiation skills

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold an NV1 Australian Government Security Clearance

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne, People Partner via email; rbyrne@qinetiq.com.au

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave

• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever-changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.