The key duties of the position include:
The Role
Manage supply chain monitoring in support of Defence’s independent logistics inventory and asset supply chain measurement framework. Supports the framework principals through inclusion of data monitoring metrics based on a methodology for fraud prevention and process confirmation.
Support Program workflow, audit response, reporting and process evolution. Execute the delivery of complex independent logistics compliance and assurance initiatives across Defence with a view to drive performance through data-driven decision-making, policy interpretation, and proactive stakeholder engagement.
Provides subject matter expertise and operational support for on-site sampling and positive engagement with key stakeholders, including Group and Service representatives, the Australian National Audit Office, and Defence Finance Group.
About our Team
The Directorate of Logistics Assurance Programs (DLAP) provides Commander Joint Logistics with capability to influence logistics performance across Defence. To do this, DLAP measures the health of the overall Defence inventory at the organisational level. DLAP is responsible to enabling technical control over Defence Logistics Compliance and Assurance. This is enabled through compliance and assurance processes, systems, training and awareness, stakeholder engagement, leadership, reporting and logistics performance analysis.
The Logistics Assurance Program Team is accountable to perform and achieve complex to very complex logistics compliance and assurance work within an integrated workforce. The team has in-depth knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will have sound team leadership experience and demonstrated success working in ambiguous environments with changing priorities. We seek a 'can do' attitude and confident career acumen, balanced with sound judgement and analysis: You know when to elevate a risk and when to seek assistance.
You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be familiar producing products suitable for decision makers. You will also have a track record of building and maintaining positive and productive stakeholder relationships - with our Branch proudly being client and service orientated.
You will be comfortable with planning, leading and managing a range of complex and competing human, physical and financial resources to achieve compliance and assurance business outcomes. This includes undertaking activities on inventory and asset holdings utilising mandated policies, procedures and systems.
You will lean in to building capability and continuous improvement for your team and the broader Branch.
Eligibility
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.
Getting to know the Department of Defence
The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers