Program Manager, Commercial Performance

Lead commercial strategy and supplier performance that helps keep Victoria's emergency management capability strong, responsive and ready.

Are you an experienced commercial and contract management professional who enjoys leading strategic initiatives, building strong supplier relationships and delivering outcomes that make a real difference?

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking a Program Manager, Commercial Performance to lead the development and management of commercial strategies, contracts and supplier performance arrangements that support Bushfire and Forest Services operations.

This is an opportunity to join a purpose-driven team responsible for ensuring commercial arrangements deliver value for money, support operational readiness and enable critical emergency management capability across Victoria. You will work closely with procurement, asset management, logistics and operational teams to strengthen contract governance, improve supplier performance and support informed commercial decision-making.

As a Program Manager, Commercial Performance, you will provide expert commercial advice, lead complex contract negotiations and drive continuous improvement across the contract lifecycle. You will play a key role in ensuring commercial arrangements are practical, compliant and aligned with operational requirements in both business-as-usual and emergency management environments.

Why join us?

You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values safety, integrity, readiness and continuous improvement. 

DEECA offers:

• meaningful work supporting Victoria's emergency management capability
• opportunities to influence major commercial and procurement decisions across Bushfire and Forest Services
• involvement in strategic supplier management and contract performance initiatives
• a flexible and inclusive workplace
• hybrid working arrangements where operational requirements allow
• opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• the chance to work with a diverse range of stakeholders across government, industry and emergency management sectors.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in commerce, business, procurement, law, contract management or a related discipline is desirable, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience providing commercial and contract management advice across a portfolio of suppliers, including drafting, reviewing and interpreting contract terms, schedules and associated documentation.
• Proven experience managing commercial arrangements across the contract lifecycle, including ensuring value for money is achieved and sustained.
• Proven understanding of and significant exposure to procurement and contract management frameworks, governance, delegations and record-keeping requirements, with demonstrated ability to maintain audit-ready contract registers and documentation.
• Forklift licence may be required.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within Victoria are required.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Kyle Road, Altona North with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 21 September 2026. 

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact aboriginal.employment@deeca.vic.gov.au 

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.