We have a current opportunity for a Projects ILS Practitioner , on a contract basis within the Defence sector. The role is based in Cairns,QLD . The contract is for a 12 month period.

Start: circa September 2026

DSS Skill Set: Level 3 - Integrated Logistics Support Management The ILS Specialist will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

- Perform and manage all aspects of ILS deliverables including codification (NATO) and cataloguing of all items of supply (IOS) within the mandated logistics inventory management systems (LIMS).
- Identify supplier and repair pipelines, and as necessary assist Commercial to establish through life support contracts in support of sustainment.
- Develop, review and update all technical documentation in support of introduction to service and sustainment of products, such as equipment schedules and repair parts schedules.
- Utilising the authorised LIMS, undertake transactions and functions to introduce into service and issue all products and parts in support of projects, in line with directed unit entitlements.
- Develop and submit entitlement documentation.
- Undertake all aspects of liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including being the key lead POC for all aspects of ILS management.
- Participate in various stakeholder meetings, to effectively manage all ILS deliverables.




- Prepare or contribute to the creation and review of all reports related to ILS management and artefacts.
- Participate in Acceptance Testing related to ILS. Review ILS related test results and make recommendations on the acceptability of outcomes.

Minimum mandatory requirements:
- AGSVA Security clearance.
- Defence experience.
- Certificate IV of Materiel Logistics or equivalent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience as an ILS Practitioner in the Acquisition and Sustainment phases of the Life Cycle.
- Demonstrated experience with the Introduction Into-Service of Capabilities and Fundamental Input to Capability requirements.

Desired training and / or experience with the following applications:
- Previous
- SAP/S4HANA
- FEDLOG
- MEMS
- MCCAT
- Documents and Records Management System "Objective"
- Microsoft Office Suite of Products
- Logistical Information Management System (LIMS)

For the full information on this position, please submit your CV before 8am Monday 24 August 2026. (Check out our website to see all current job listings: www.htr.com.au/jobs)

HTR are offering very attractive contract day rates. We offer flexi-time and work from home when possible. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Australia Defence sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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📌 Projects ILS Practitioner (Cairns)
🏢 HTR Group
📍 Cairns