The key duties of the position include:

The Role

Land Systems Division is seeking Logistics Inventory Officers who are passionate about their professional growth and contributing to a dedicated and dynamic team, supporting the management of some of the largest and most complex acquisition programs in Australia.

As a Logistics Inventory Officer, you will apply your logistics, inventory and asset management skills to ensure the right equipment is in the right location at the right time, for the effective supply and maintenance of a multi-million dollar portfolio of Australian Defence Force equipment.

Working within an integrated team of procurement and logistics professionals, you will undertake to moderately complex inventory and asset management tasks within a framework of legislation, established policies and procedures. This role offers the opportunity to build capability, understand and manage risk, solve problems and deliver outcomes that directly support Defence operations.

More information found on the LSD website: https://www.defence.gov.au/projects#land

About our Team

Land Systems Division’s (LSD) mission is to acquire and support capability that enables the ADF to generate and sustain deployable Land power for an integrated force, in peace and war. We aim to be agile, innovative and outcomes-focused as we collaborate closely with the Services and industry to deliver the latest equipment to maximise ADF performance.

Our Inventory Management teams work in a dynamic, fast-paced and collaborative workplace to provide professional support to the acquisition and sustainment of ADF capability. We ensure the availability of a broad range of unique and specialised equipment, and take pride in contributing to important Defence initiatives that ensure our ADF members have the best and latest equipment to safely perform their roles.

LSD is dedicated to providing staff with an inclusive and healthy work-life environment,



and we will invest in your ongoing professional development to ensure your work with us is deeply rewarding.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively under limited direction within a material logistics and inventory environment. They will have a good understanding of legislative and policy requirements, with the ability to interpret and apply procedures appropriately to support Defence outcomes.

The successful candidate will be adaptable, capable of managing competing priorities, and confident in making decisions within defined parameters while seeking guidance when required. They will communicate clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders, contribute to information sharing and local process improvement, and show initiative in undertaking research and analysis.

Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative team member who will be able to provide guidance and on-the-job support to less experienced staff, demonstrates accountability for their work, and is committed to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Baseline Vetting” level.

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

📌 Logistics Inventory Officer (Southbank)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Southbank