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Amberley QLD, Brindabella Business Park ACT, Penrith NSW
The key duties of the position include:
The Role
Solve problems, build resilience, and be part of something bigger.
Become a part of the GWEO Systems Division in the Department of Defence as an APS 5 Logistics Officer and dive into the exciting field of guided weapons and explosive ordnance.
In this important position, your responsibilities will include:
- Helping with complicated logistics inventory and asset management tasks.
- Using risk management to enhance operations.
- Assisting with financial documents and budgets.
- Draft responses to briefs and reports on logistics management.
- Participate in the review and development of policies, procedures and processes.
As a member of our team, you will:
- Collaborate with different Defence teams.
- Provide knowledgeable guidance on logistics management activities.
- Assist with managing programs and projects.
If you are passionate about delivering impactful solutions in a dynamic environment, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference, join us and be part of something extraordinary!
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
GWEO is the newest Group in Defence and we are growing a team of dedicated employees performing activities such as requirements setting; contracting; procurement; international logistics; domestic manufacturing; item management and maintenance, and co-ordination of disposal.
GWEO Systems Division is responsible for the GWEO capability life cycle. This includes the acquisition, sustainment and disposal of all guided weapons and explosive ordnance for Defence. The division is also responsible for:
- Maintenance of explosive ordnance
- Developing the Australian Defence Force Weapons Capability Roadmap
- Overseeing the remediation of GWEO preparedness
- Enabling capability elements.
Our team is made up of various disciplines (including engineering, project management, commercial, logistics, and business enabling services). We are located in several locations across ACT, NSW, VIC and QLD and our focus is to acquire and sustain guided weapons and munitions for the Australian Defence Force.
GWEO has a strong focus on providing our staff with a diverse and manageable 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 actively maintain a Group Culture Plan and are committed to achieving a workplace culture that is inclusive and diverse; one, which directly reflects the needs, and scope of Defence’s wide-ranging operational requirements.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our Ideal candidate will possess the following skills and capabilities:
- Strong commitment to meeting legal and regulatory requirements for Explosive Ordnance;
- Support the sustainment and acquisition aspects of materiel logistics;
- Work effectively under broad direction with established priorities and methodologies;
- Understand, interpret and implement policy compliance, processes and procedures that support the acquisition and sustainment of equipment in accordance with Defence requirements.
- Be analytical with an innovative mindset to challenge traditional business methods;
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Creative, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach.
Security Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.
RecruitAbility: RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency.
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
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📌 Logistics Officer
🏢 Australian Public Service Commission
📍 City of Penrith