About the Role

Babcock is looking for an experienced and dynamic Commercial Officer to support our Capability Life Cycle Manager (CLCM) contract, delivering fleet asset management services to the Royal Australian Navy at Garden Island, NSW. This is a pivotal role in a significant maritime program—an opportunity to shape operational, strategic and commercial outcomes that keep Australia’s defence capabilities mission-ready.

You’ll work closely with our Program Commercial Manager, Marine Business Unit and broader commercial function to optimise commercial outcomes, navigate contractual obligations, manage risks, and build strong relationships with our partners and suppliers. The role covers everything from contract management and governance to change initiatives, compliance, and stakeholder engagement—ensuring we meet high standards while fostering collaboration and commercial excellence.

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment and who brings attention to detail, proactive energy and strong communication skills. If you’re ready to take the next step in a career where impact meets purpose, apply now!

To be successful, 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.
A passion for written communications, creativity with attention to detail and accuracy and a desire to deliver complex high-quality business outcomes
Sound understanding of legal principles.
Experience of engaging with national and international customers and suppliers.

Your future at Babcock - 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.