APS 6 | Contracting Officer | Defence Space Cyber College

Full job description
$+1,702 - $104,753 + 10% BDCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation
Harman - ACT


The Role
The College is seeking an APS 6 Contracting Officer with experience in procurement, contract management and financial management. You will be responsible for contracting and procurement activities, developing documentation and managing approaches to standing offer panel and open market, including all elements of the procurement lifecycle. Additionally this role will be responsible for assisting with budget management and financial management of contracts. You will contribute to a high performing team, developing and fostering productive relationships, communicating with influence and driving commercial outcomes that comply with Commonwealth Government legislation and policy requirements.

This is a key role within the Business Management team and reports to the Executive Officer (XO) at the College. The role will be exposed to unique opportunities to learn client-level procurement and contract management practices, lead internal and external stakeholder engagement on contract management activities, and identify and implement strategic initiatives focused on improving division level business management activities.

About our Team
We are a diverse team of highly motivated individuals, representing an integrated workforce of ADF, APS and Industry Partners.

Our mission - To train and develop a workforce ready to operate in the Space and Cyber Domains to enable ADF Operations and defeat emerging threats to Australia and its national interests. We commenced cyber-warfare training operations in 2026, with capability growth planned over the coming years, to meet the growing strategic demand. We value diversity, teamwork, work/life balance and focus on delivering outcomes for Defence. We work with academia and industry to foster capability development and generate national value for Australia.

Our vision - To be the spiritual home of the Space and Cyber Specialist, an organisation and capability our cyber community is drawn to for all professional and capability development needs. Located at HMAS Harman, Canberra we enjoy brand new contemporary training facilities, flexible working arrangements and free parking.

Our Ideal Candidate
The College is looking for a team member who enjoys a challenge, is comfortable working independently and has a well-developed understanding of Defence procurement processes, policies and procedures.

Our ideal candidate will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

Strong written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Desire to be accountable for their actions, advice and decisions
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams
Strong stakeholder engagement skills and an ability to contest views whilst maintaining relationships
Demonstrate leadership behaviours, diligence, and professionalism and communication standards
Willing to challenge the traditional ways of doing business
Outcome-focused mindset with an ability to get practical results
Adaptability, resilience and flexibility
A team player that is adaptable, supportive and considerate with all staff
Strong time management and organisational skills, with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.