• Full time, 24-month fixed term contract
• Remuneration range - $147 - $165K plus 14% superannuation
• Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne or Sydney - hybrid working available

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace, and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australian airports.

Our people are our greatest asset, with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations. We keep Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

The Role & The Team

Join a dynamic and collaborative Uncrewed Services team dedicated to delivering transformative outcomes. Our culture thrives on high performance, accountability, and a trust-based, inclusive environment. Team members take pride in challenging the status quo, championing positive employee experiences, and embracing innovative ways of working. People enjoy the team's camaraderie and the impactful work they contribute to shaping the future of air traffic management in Australia.

In this role you will be instrumental in shaping and managing supplier contracts and their associated statements of work, with your commercial acumen and attention to detail driving successful outcomes. Your contribution will be key to navigating complex commercial engagements that support the delivery of the Flight Information Management System.

As we launch a new line of business, this role will be central to shaping how we engage with customers and deliver value through innovative services. In addition to managing supplier relationships, you’ll lead the development of commercial frameworks. This includes driving the commercialisation of our offerings, implementing new charging models, and ensuring strong contract management that supports our evolving business strategy.

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description:

 PD - Commercial and Contracts Manager.pdf

The Person

We’re looking for someone who puts everything into whatever they do, who takes accountability and wants to take the next step in their career.

You are known for your exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, and have a proven track record in driving contract and commercial success in emerging technology or aviation sectors, we want to hear from you.

Your days will be filled with variety as you work with and across the Uncrewed Services Integration leadership team, the Flight Information Management System and UAS Services Supplier project teams, Airservices Shared Services – Commercial and Procurement, the Legal team and UAS Services Suppliers (customers) so your communication skills will be key to your success.

The successful candidate will ideally possess the following skills and competencies:

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in commercial management, with a proven track record of managing large-scale contracts.

Experience in in developing commercialisation strategies, frameworks and revenue options to take new services to market.

• Demonstrated expertise in customer-facing roles, with a strong ability to navigate and manage complex commercial considerations

• Extensive experience in strategic contract management across multiple contracts or large programs.

• Demonstrated experience in managing and delivering acceptable commercial outcomes in dispute management and resolution.

• Demonstrated experience in delivering savings initiatives, including year-on-year savings opportunities, benchmarking, de-scoping, demand management, supplier segmentation, and terminations.

• Demonstrated experience in ongoing management of contractor performance.

• Demonstrated experience in working with multiple business functions to ensure ongoing commercial management of executed contracts.

• Strong commercial acumen and familiarity with financial data

• Desirable: experience in new/nascent markets and working with technology markets.

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen or a Permanent resident as an Airservices Background check is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Should you require any further information please contact Christine Collins, Talent Acquisition Partner at christine.collins@airservicesaustralia.com

How to Apply

To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Applications close 11.55 pm (AEST) Tuesday 29 July 2025