ANSTO

Senior Commercial Manager - Western Sydney Airport (SSTOM) (Temporary Opportunity up to 2years)

ANSTO  •  Sydney, AU (Hybrid)  •  16 days ago
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Job Description

If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.

You're a forward thinker who sees potential where others don't. You'll have the chance to contribute to the delivery of a range of key work packages impacting millions.

In this role, you'll:

  • Join our Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport Project Delivery Commercial team
  • Work with the Commercial Director and Associate Director Commercial, in leading the commercial management of the SSTOM package (being delivered as a Public Private Partnership with Parklife Metro as the private sector counterparty), ensuring the implementation of the commercial framework and administration of the contracts.
  • Provide commercial advice to the Delivery Team and Operations Team on matters including Modification payments and impacts on Base Case Financial Model, State Contributions, operational readiness, project-wide claims, impacts on third parties, etc. Key responsibilities include leading the contract management of the Independent Certifier Deed, coordinating the interface issues between the third parties and SSTOM, coordinate the development of the operational agreements and manage the claims optimisation process and deed amendments.
  • Prepare and plan reports and briefing notes, manage variations, develop cost forecasts, maintain registers, and collaborate with contractors and internal stakeholders on time sensitive issues as they arise.
  • Manage and lead a small team and be the conduit between junior team members and commercial leaders within the business.
  • Enjoy the many opportunities for personal and professional growth whilst working in a team who value lateral thinking, independent challenge, and a commitment to making a difference.

This is a Senior Service (TSSM) Temporary Opportunity with an end date of 30/6/2028. Please see the for more information.

About you

Experience in commercial, legal, or project management roles during the delivery phase of large construction projects is preferred. Success in this position relies on your skill in collaborating, influencing, and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders.

You are recognised for your attention to detail, ability to work independently, and outstanding written communication. Your critical thinking enables you to create and present commercial recommendations to internal stakeholders, supporting optimal project solutions and value-for-money outcomes.

You have a strong grasp of commercial best practices related to major infrastructure projects and can effectively collaborate with peers and project delivery teams. Ideally, you also have experience working on Public Private Partnership (PPP) projects.

As a confident, inspiring, and pragmatic leader, you are passionate about developing your team’s commercial skills within a project delivery setting.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Sydney Metro delivers Australia’s biggest public transport project and first driverless railway. We engage with our customers and community, and contribute to vibrant and attractive places through station design, interchanges and precincts.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Thursday, 21 May 2026.

For more information about this role, please contact EFFIE.ROGARIS@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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ANSTO

About ANSTO

ANSTO is one of Australia’s largest public research organisations and custodian of much of our country’s important science infrastructure, including the OPAL nuclear research reactor, the Australian Synchrotron, accelerators, cyclotrons and neutron beam instruments.

More than 1000 scientists, engineers and experts work at ANSTO to answer the significant environmental, medical and industrial questions using nuclear techniques.

ANSTO’s international collaborations, including partnerships with the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN), ensure Australian scientists are connected to a global network of experts and research projects.

As part of enabling a strong national collaborative network, ANSTO is connected with all Australian and New Zealand universities through the Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE), providing researchers access to Australia’s nuclear science, technology and engineering expertise and landmark infrastructure.

On average, ANSTO accommodates over 1800 visiting researchers from other Australian and international research organisations each year.

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