Contracts and Trade Compliance Specialist

4 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia Gdlsaustralia Full time

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defence company. From Gulfstream business jets and combat vehicles to nuclear-powered submarines and communications systems, people around the world depend on our products and services for their safety and security.

In Australia, General Dynamics Land Systems – Australia (GDLS-A) works closely with Defence and industry partners to ensure our vehicles continue to meet all mission requirements as needed by the Australian Defence Force.

Contracts and Trade Compliance Specialist

We are currently recruiting for a Contracts and Trade Compliance Specialist to join our team in Mawson Lakes.

As the Contracts Specialist, you will be responsible for providing support to the Contracts Manager in the administration of assigned contracts in accordance with General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) policies, procedures and specific contract requirements. As the Trade Compliance Specialist you will act in the role of empowered official, as delegated jointly by the Managing Director and the GDLS Global Trade Compliance Manager.

In addition, you will:

  • Administer GDLS-Australia (GDLS-A) contracts as delegated by the Contracts Manager.
  • Establish, maintain and amend assigned contracts and agreements in accordance with GDLS-A and corporate requirements.
  • Prepare and coordinate Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) and Proposals ready for authorisation in accordance with Company procedures.
  • Perform contract authorisation within delegated authority.
  • Participate in the development and negotiation of contract and sub-contract agreements.
  • Support the development and delivery of Contract based data deliverables to the customer in accordance with contract schedules.
  • Ensure compliance of GDLS-A to applicable Australian import/export trade regulations as well as those of the countries with which GDLS-A interacts.
  • Oversee the implementation of licensing requirements by the organisation and act as the empowered official authorised to sign trade compliance applications and documents on behalf of GDLS-A.
  • Interpret and explain licensing requirements and regulations and assist in resolving issues.
  • Develop and submit export permits to Australian Defence Exports.
  • Maintain log for contract action items, update Program Risk Register and report status as directed.

Your skills and experience will include:

  • Degree in Business, Finance, Law, etc or other applicable studies.
  • Demonstrated background and competencies in applying contract management practice.
  • Basic knowledge of Trade Compliance Regulations and Principles and an understanding of Australian Defence Export Controls (DEC) framework is desirable.
  • Ability to prepare and present analysis/presentations to GDLS Leadership and Commonwealth.
  • A good knowledge of contracting principles is desirable.

To be successful for this role, applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian government security clearance.

GDLS-A is a proud supporter of veterans and welcomes those ex-serving and their families to apply.

GDLS-A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and those from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

An opportunity to join a global aerospace and Defence company working alongside Defence on some of the most exciting armoured vehicles in Australia

Key-points

  • Flexible working on a 9 day fortnight (Monday-Friday)
  • Competitive pay in addition to training and support provided on all vehicles
  • A working culture which promotes safety and a positive work/life balance
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