Commercial Officer

• Fixed Term role until 31st December 2026.
• Location: Henderson WA
• Be part of a major Defence partnership supporting the Anzac Class Frigates.

About the Role

Babcock is looking for a Commercial Officer to join our team in Henderson, supporting the Warship Asset Management Agreement — a major partnership between Babcock, BAE Systems, SAAB and the Commonwealth of Australia, delivering total asset management for the Anzac Class Frigates. This is a fixed‑term role through to 31 December 2026 and offers the chance to work at the heart of one of Australia’s most significant maritime programs.

In this position, you’ll play a key role in supporting our Commercial Manager and partnering closely with the Marine Business Unit. You’ll help protect and optimise Babcock’s commercial interests by assisting with contract administration, governance, supplier engagement and day‑to‑day commercial operations. The role involves preparing contractual documents, maintaining commercial records, supporting due‑diligence activities, and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

You’ll also contribute to monitoring performance, identifying risks, and supporting negotiations and contract changes. Strong stakeholder engagement is essential, as you’ll work with clients, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure clear communication and smooth delivery across the program. This role also supports the rollout of commercial training and initiatives that strengthen commercial awareness across the business.

If you’re looking for a role that blends commercial acumen, stakeholder management and hands‑on contract support within a high‑profile Defence environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a trusted industry leader.

You will bring

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• Degree/Bachelor/Masters in Business, Commence, Law or similar.
• Relevant experience in contracts, subcontracts, procurement, supply chain, finance or program/project management, preferably in a Defence context and/ or large corporate environment.
• Commercial, civil, defence and government experience desirable.
• Experience of engaging with national and international customers and suppliers.

What we offer you

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
• 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 you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• 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.

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 1,600 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 Land 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 Babcock 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 a 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.

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Job Req ID: 72036