Commercial Administrator

Commercial Administrator

As our Commerical Administrator, you will be responsible for providing commercial and contractual administration support within the RMP-W program. This position supports the Commercial Manager to ensure all contractual and commercial risks are understood, managed and mitigated where possible. The Commercial Administrator enables the Commercial Manager and broader program team to operate with clarity, compliance and confidence in all commercial matters. 

About you

You'll provide comprehensive commercial and administrative support by representing Babcock in meetings, preparing agendas, minutes and key documentation, and managing group email inboxes. You coordinate and draft reports, submissions and contractual correspondence for senior leaders, maintain accurate registers and claims across Babcock and Defence systems, and track required responses. Your role also ensures strict adherence to security protocols and compliance with all relevant HSE policies and procedures. 

To be successful you will bring:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within the defence industry.
• Proven experience analysing business needs, interpreting data and using insights to guide sound, commercially aware decisions.
• Exposure to a fast-paced commercial environment, as well as a working knowledge of Australian Defence contracting.
• Proficiency across the full MS Office suite.
• Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

About the Role

The Commercial Administrator plays a key role in delivering commercial and contractual support across the RMP‑W program. The position works closely with the Commercial Manager to ensure that all commercial and contractual risks are clearly understood, effectively managed, and mitigated wherever possible. By providing accurate administration, documentation, and coordination, the Commercial Administrator enables the Commercial Manager and the broader program team to operate with clarity, compliance, and confidence in all commercial matters.

This role is based in Henderson, WA.

Your future at Babcock - what we offer you

• We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;  
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;  
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;  
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;  
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;  
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver. 

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.  

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.  

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:  

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;  
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;  
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers; 
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.  

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.  

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au  

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks.  These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job req #72982