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Join Defence Commercial Services and make an impact that strengthens our nation's defence, readiness, and resilience.
Every hour of every day, the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) works to protect the defence, security, and well-being of New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, our mission is to maintain well-trained, well-equipped, and disciplined armed forces that can respond to crises at short notice.
We lead, train, and equip our sailors, soldiers, and aviators to operate in the most demanding environments, ready to safeguard New Zealand’s interests. While combat readiness is essential, our technical expertise, advanced equipment, and professional training enable us to deliver a wide range of security and humanitarian operations.
NZDF works in partnership with other government agencies to protect our people, territory, and oceans. We are committed to continuous improvement, finding smarter ways to operate and planning for the future as our roles evolve. This is a collective effort: Regular Forces, Reserve Forces, and Civil Staff working together as a Force for New Zealand.
At Defence Commercial Services (DCS), we’re more than just procurement professionals, we’re enablers of national security. As the commercial and procurement arm of the NZDF our work directly supports the operational readiness, resilience, and strategic ambitions of the Defence Force in an increasingly complex global environment.
Every procurement decision you make contributes to NZDF’s ability to protect New Zealand’s sovereignty, support our Pacific neighbours, and respond to global challenges. Whether it’s sourcing protective gear for deployed personnel or securing housing for military families, your work helps ensure our Defence Force is equipped, supported, and ready.
Procurement at NZDF is far from routine. You’ll be involved in challenging projects that shape the future of our Defence capability. Examples include:
You’ll work alongside military leaders, engineers, policy makers, and industry partners to deliver solutions that support NZDF’s mission. Your commercial expertise helps shape decisions that affect national security, regional stability, and global partnerships.
Help modernise Defence procurement by leveraging digital tools, data-driven insights, and rapid commercial practices. Be part of a team that’s driving transformation all while supporting a combat-capable, future-ready Defence Force.
Senior Procurement Specialist
Play a key role in New Zealand's defence capability. In this broad, high-impact role within Defence Commercial Services, you'll lead complex end-to-end procurement, manage supplier relationships, and provide trusted commercial advice across Air, Land, and Maritime programmes. Ideal for a procurement professional with 5+ years' experience ready to work on programmes that genuinely matter.
Principal Contract Advisor
A rare opportunity to build something from the ground up. NZDF is establishing a new centre-led contract and supplier relationship management function, and this senior role will shape its design and delivery at enterprise scale. If you have 7+ years in complex contract environments and a track record leading commercial transformation, we'd like to hear from you.
Senior Advisor – Procurement Practices
Help lift the standard of procurement across one of New Zealand's most complex organisations. Working within NZDF's Centre of Excellence, you'll embed best practice, design practical tools and guidance, and work hands-on alongside procurement teams to drive real improvement. The ideal candidate is as comfortable coaching in the field as they are in a workshop room.
Principal Procurement Specialist
Step into NZDF's most senior and strategically significant procurement role. You'll lead large-scale, high-value programmes, shape sourcing strategy, and act as a trusted commercial advisor at the highest levels of the organisation. With 10+ years' experience and strong knowledge of Government Rules of Procurement, this is your opportunity to deliver work with real national impact.
Vanessa Powell
Procurement & property, Wellington
Vanessa is a specialist recruiter across procurement and property. A vocal advocate for the future proofing of the procurement and property industry she was voted on the board for FMANZ and provides insights on various panels and events. In 2023, Vanessa was awarded the RCSA Recruitment Professional award.
Serena Daysh
Procurement & property, Wellington
Serena is a specialist recruiter across the Wellington property and procurement market. Passionate about connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities, she has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional results for both candidates and organisations, playing an integral role in shaping successful careers and high-performing teams.
