Logistics Officer

5 months ago


Penrith, United Kingdom Australian Government Department of Defence Full time


The Role

Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Systems Division are seeking an exceptional APS 5 Logistics Officer to join our dynamic team.

As an APS 5 Logistics Officer working within the GWEO Systems Division you will be given the unique opportunity to collaborate within a diverse team to deliver Australian Defence Force systems that are at the leading edge of Defence Capability. Every day will be different as you embrace opportunities to:

Coordinate the provision of advice and guidance to others on complex materiel logistics activities and tasks. Review and advise on materiel logistics performance within an acquisition project or activity. Understand and apply organisational processes and procedures in the development of Integrated Logistics Support Instructions and materiel support plans.  Liaise and maintain productive relationships with internal and external materiel logistics stakeholders.
Note: This position will be required to access US export controlled materiel and therefore applicants will be requested to disclose any dual citizenship with another country during the recruitment process. Dual citizens may be subject to further assessment and appointment to this position will be conditional upon approval to access US controlled export material in accordance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). 

About our Team
Guided Weapons & Explosive Ordnance Systems Division is an integral of the Guided Weapons & Explosive Ordnance Group. Our team is made up of various disciplines (including engineering, project management, commercial, logistics, and corporate enabling services). We are located in ACT, NSW, VIC and QLD and our focus is to acquire and sustain guided weapons and munitions for the Australian Defence Force. 

GWEO Systems Division is dedicated to providing our staff with a diverse, manageable, favourable work-life balance, and we support flexible working arrangements. We will also invest in your training and development to ensure your time with us is deeply rewarding, both personally and professionally. We are committed to achieving a workplace culture that is inclusive and diverse; one, which directly reflects the needs, and scope of Defence’s varied operational requirements.

GWEO Group comprises approximately 560 dedicated employees performing activities such as requirements setting; contracting; procurement; international logistics; domestic manufacturing; item management and maintenance, and co-ordination of disposal.

Our people are capable, innovative, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration. In GWEO Group, you will enjoy experiences and opportunities that, as an APS employee, you simply would not get with any other organisation. 

Other benefits include:
15.4% superannuation; Access to personalised professional development pathways, including opportunities for Defence-funded post-graduate study; Additional leave days between Christmas and New Year;  Work/life balance; and Salary sacrifice opportunities. 
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be accountable, under broad direction, to perform and achieve complex tasks meeting Defence expectations. You will exercise both initiative and sound professional judgment in applying the appropriate practices and procedures as required. Your communication and organisational skills in managing stakeholder engagement will be highly desirable for ensuring your stakeholders are intelligently informed in relation to difficult issues. 

Our ideal candidate will: 
Exercise both initiative and judgment in applying the appropriate practices and procedures as required.  Have the ability to work under limited direction, individually and managing a small team. Experience in a broad range of logistic elements, including training, facilities, maintenance, reliability and maintainability, configuration control and supply support.  Be able to determine and assess alternatives solutions, in the development and implementation of logistics support concepts and plans.  If you are someone who: 
Enjoys supporting challenging and complex logistics activities. Is creative, pragmatic and solutions focused. Then this is the role for you


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