Commercial Contract Manager

Commercial Contract Manager

At Marinus Link, we value our people and their contributions to our shared success. As we continue to advance this nationally significant project, we are seeking a strategic and solutions-focused Commercial Contract Manager to lead our commercial and contracting function, supporting the delivery of a complex, high-value infrastructure project.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced commercial leader who thrives on contract management, strategic negotiation, and commercial governance, and on ensuring commercial strategy is embedded into decision-making at all levels.

If you enjoy influencing strategic outcomes, managing complex contracts, and enabling commercial excellence across major projects, we want to hear from you

Your Role

As Commercial Contract Manager, you will lead Marinus Link's commercial, procurement, and contract management functions, ensuring that best-practice commercial and contractual principles are fully integrated into strategic and operational decision-making. You will support effective project delivery, commercial risk management, and supplier performance, providing clarity and confidence to executive leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders.

Please review the Position Description here –

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy – Lead the development and implementation of commercial strategy to support project outcomes.

• Functional Excellence – Manage procurement processes and contract administration in alignment with industry best practice and project timelines.

• Monitoring & Reporting – Ensure accurate commercial reporting and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.

• Culture & Capability Building – Build commercial capability within project teams and foster a culture of proactive contract management.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with internal teams, suppliers, legal advisors, and executive stakeholders to ensure integrated commercial outcomes.

• Risk & Opportunity Management – Proactively manage commercial risks and identify opportunities for value creation throughout the contract lifecycle.

You'll Need

You are a proactive and strategic leader who excels in connecting commercial insight with operational execution and thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. You'll bring:

• Expertise in Commercial & Contract Management – Proven experience leading end-to-end commercial processes, including procurement, tendering, contract negotiation and performance management.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Influence – Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with executive teams, suppliers, and government or regulatory bodies.

• Technical Capability – Deep understanding of contract law, procurement frameworks (e.g., AS, NEC, GC21), and commercial risk mitigation strategies.

• Commercial & Regulatory Acumen – Strong grasp of public sector procurement policies and major project delivery frameworks.

• Leadership & Culture Building – Ability to coach and influence teams to drive a high-performance commercial culture.

• Problem-Solving & Resilience – Skilled in navigating contractual disputes, balancing risk and value, and maintaining focus in high-pressure environments.

We Offer

At Marinus Link, we're building a skilled project team committed to delivering Australia's renewable energy future. We offer:

• Flexible Working: This role can be based in Melbourne, Hobart, or Traralgon. We promote and support flexible hybrid working.

• Health & Wellbeing Benefits: Our team's health and wellbeing is a top priority, including access to an in-house wellbeing specialist, private health insurance discounts, and gym rebates.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and exposure to a nationally significant, high-profile infrastructure project.

• Competitive Remuneration and Additional Leave: A highly competitive market-based salary with additional leave entitlements and tailored benefits.

Next Steps

Ready to bring your commercial expertise to a game-changing energy project? Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience.

We are reviewing applications as they come in – applications will remain open until Wednesday, 5th November If you have questions before applying, please contact Georgia at

Reasonable Adjustments

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At Marinus Link, we are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, inclusion, and belonging thrive. We value the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences each team member brings, knowing that our differences fuel innovation and strengthen our ability to deliver Australia's renewable energy future. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities.

MARINUS LINK: A CRITICAL PART OF AUSTRALIA'S NEW ENERGY FUTURE

Marinus Link is a proposed electricity and telecommunications interconnector between Tasmania and Victoria, recognised as a nationally significant infrastructure project. It will support emissions reduction targets, create thousands of jobs, and secure Australia's renewable energy future.