Head of Commercial - Program
About Inland Rail
The Inland Rail Program is a 1600km rail infrastructure project stretching from Brisbane to Melbourne incorporating new and existing rail track. The program includes the upgrading of existing standard gauge track, the enhancement of existing standard gauge track to cater for double stacking and the construction of new standard gauge links comprising of viaducts, tunnels, rail track, crossings and bridges. More information relating to the project can be found here: Inland Rail
About the opportunity Reporting to the General Counsel & Chief Commercial
Officer, the General Manager Commercial – Program is responsible for leading
the commercial management function for the Inland Rail Program, including: You will be accountable to provide strategic leadership
to the Commercial Program team, ensuring compliance with legislative and
governance standards while fostering strong relationships with state and
federal stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement in commercial systems and
practices to support Inland Rail’s successful delivery and long-term program
outcomes.
About you As a commercially astute and strategic leader with
extensive senior experience in infrastructure and construction, you bring a
proven ability to deliver complex programs through strong commercial frameworks
and stakeholder engagement. Skilled in negotiation, dispute resolution, and
risk management, you combine deep expertise in contract law and procurement
with a collaborative leadership style that drives outcomes and influence across
all levels.
Additional you should be able to demonstrate:
What you’ll be joining
- You will join one of the largest infrastructure programs in Australia.
- This project will generate thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in local investment, boosting regional economies and communities right along the alignment.
- Inland Rail is proud to have over 40% female representation and we would like to see these numbers grow.
- Inland Rail is an Agile working environment in our State-of-the Art office embracing flexible working conditions.
- Inland Rail adopted a collaborative approach to the delivery of the project, leading all parties involved to work toward the same goal. This fosters the displayed behaviours of Respect, Honesty, Integrity and Reliability.
Our Organisation and Culture
Inland Rail is an equal opportunity employer. Inland Rail will transform how we move goods around Australia – better connecting producers to markets and creating new opportunities for businesses, industries and regional community. The values that drive us and the work we deliver in the program incorporate Future Thinking, Active Engagement, No Harm and Results. We welcome like-minded individuals who value our culture.
At Inland Rail, we celebrate, support, and thrive on attracting people from all horizons and walks of life for the benefit of our employees, our program, and our community. Inland Rail is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to submit their details to us.
All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs.
Apply Now
If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing. Inland Rail is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.
Applications close: 22/04/25
Please note that applications are reviewed from point of advertising so don’t delay your application.