Commercial Manager

Western Power is seeking multiple permanent opportunities for Commercial Managers influencing high‑risk, high‑value commercial decisions across critical ICT/technology partnerships and maintenance/materials projects.

This role sits within our Commercial function, where commercial judgement grounded in contract law principles is applied pragmatically to drive strong commercial outcomes — balancing value, risk, compliance and long‑term supplier performance. You’ll work closely with procurement and contracts, internal legal and business leaders to enable confident decision‑making on contracts that underpin WA’s energy future.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of commercial strategy, contract expertise and operational delivery, this is a role where your expertise will have visible and lasting impact.

Your Role in Action  

• Shape high-impact commercial outcomes across ICT, software and technology contracts, or strategic maintenance and materials contracts, balancing value, compliance and risk
• Play a trusted role in commercial strategy, supplier partnerships and complex, high-risk transactions that matter to the business
• Drive real value - lifting service quality, strengthening governance and reducing risk across a diverse contract portfolio
• Help deliver reliable, future-ready technology and network support that underpins Western Australia’s clean energy transition
• Champion sustainable, customer-focused solutions that align commercial success with long-term community benefit
• Lead complex negotiations and resolve disputes with confidence, pragmatism and fairness
• Provide clear, trusted advice on high-value transactions, including departure and exit management
• Identify smarter ways of working, unlocking cost savings, efficiencies and continuous improvement across a variety of agreements.

 What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Relevant qualification in Law, Procurement, Contracts or ICT, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong understanding of ICT and services contracts, including software, hardware and managed services or;
• Strong understanding of maintenance and materials contracts
• Working knowledge of Contract Law, Australian Consumer Law, and data and cyber security requirements
• Proven negotiation skills across high-value and complex transactions, including exit management
• Sound understanding of risk, compliance and procurement governance
• Clear, confident communicator who builds trust and influences effectively across teams

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.

• 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.

Applications close on 1 May 2026 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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