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About the Client
Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security and technology innovation. Operating within a dynamic and mission-critical environment, they deliver cutting-edge capabilities that support Australia's strategic interests. The organisation is known for its commitment to excellence, collaboration, and the development of secure, forward-thinking solutions.
About the Role
As a Commercial Project Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of complex ICT projects within a technical program environment. Working under limited direction, you will manage procurement, finance, asset documentation, and general project administration. This includes supporting contract management, risk tracking, scheduling, and resource coordination.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering innovative technology solutions, with responsibilities spanning from project planning and reporting to stakeholder engagement and configuration control. The role is based in Canberra and offers a 12-month contract with two possible 12-month extensions.
The Successful Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be a highly organised and outcome-driven professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills. You will have:
What’s on Offer
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. A OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 25 August 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
Commercial Project Officer
| Job title : | Commercial Project Officer |
| Contract type : | Contract |
| Location : | Canberra |
| Sectors : | |
| Salary : | $110 - $125 per hour |
| Start date : | 2025-08-06 00:00:00 |
| Duration : | 12.0 MONTH |
| Job Reference : | V-54853 |
| Contact name : | Damien Mackerras |
| Contact email : | damienm@whizdom.com.au |
| Job published : | 24 days ago |
Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security and technology innovation. Operating within a dynamic and mission-critical environment, they deliver cutting-edge capabilities that support Australia's strategic interests. The organisation is known for its commitment to excellence, collaboration, and the development of secure, forward-thinking solutions.
About the Role
As a Commercial Project Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of complex ICT projects within a technical program environment. Working under limited direction, you will manage procurement, finance, asset documentation, and general project administration. This includes supporting contract management, risk tracking, scheduling, and resource coordination.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team delivering innovative technology solutions, with responsibilities spanning from project planning and reporting to stakeholder engagement and configuration control. The role is based in Canberra and offers a 12-month contract with two possible 12-month extensions.
The Successful Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be a highly organised and outcome-driven professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills. You will have:
- Demonstrated experience supporting complex ICT projects.
- Familiarity with Defence financial systems and procurement processes.
- Strong organisational and administrative capabilities.
- The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- A current or reactivatable TSPV clearance is essential.
- Candidates with a Defence-recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred.
What’s on Offer
- A long-term contract opportunity (initial 12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions).
- Flexible working arrangements within a secure and high-impact environment.
- The chance to contribute to nationally significant ICT programs.
- Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month potential extensions
SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. A OSA (Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 25 August 2025.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.