Role Overview
The APS 3 Logistics Officer provides essential support to the unit by managing inventory, coordinating supply and transport activities, and maintaining accurate logistics records. Working closely with Army Reserve personnel, the role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate within Defence systems such as ERP. The officer contributes to operational readiness by ensuring equipment and stores are available, accounted for, and compliant with Defence standards.
Key attributes include reliability, teamwork, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Applicants should be comfortable working in a structured environment and capable of handling physical tasks when required.
Key Responsibilities
Manage inventory, coordinate supply and transport activities, maintain accurate logistics records, and ensure equipment and stores are available, accounted for, and compliant with Defence standards.
Top 3 Job Requirements
Experience or training in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations.
Ability to use Defence logistics systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Eligibility for Baseline security clearance and Australian citizenship.
About Our Team
The team's primary function is to ensure the effective management of equipment, stores, and supply chain operations to maintain operational readiness for training and deployment activities. Working closely with Army Reserve personnel, the team supports both routine and field-based logistics tasks, contributing directly to the capability and preparedness of the Regiment. Their work aligns with Defence's broader mission by enabling efficient resource utilisation, compliance with logistics governance, and support to force generation objectives.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is a reliable and motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail. They will have experience or training in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations, ideally within a Defence or structured environment. The candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills, be proficient in using ICT systems (including ERP and Microsoft Office), and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. A proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to Defence values, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are essential. Physical fitness and a willingness to support field activities are also desirable.
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 jobs-careers.
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