The Role

Within the Logistics Estate Management Function, an EL 1 Manager is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex to very complex logistics management work within an integrated workforce.

They will

- Require an in-depth knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.
- Exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a leadership role.
- Exercise sound decision-making and judgement to provide expert policy advice.
- Accountable to plan, lead and manage a range of human and physical resources and exercise the associated people and financial responsibilities to achieve business outcomes.
- Have in-depth knowledge of detailed estate capability analysis and provide, and are responsible for the development, implementation, compliance and review of policies and procedures relevant to their work within that function accountable to plan, lead and manage a range of human and physical resources and exercise the associated people and financial responsibilities to achieve business outcomes.
- Develop and implement work plans, set performance indicators, and review individual, team and business performance, focusing on identifying opportunities for building team capability and continuous improvement.

About our Team

Our ideal candidate must be a strong communicator, a critical thinker who can solve complex problems and influence outcomes.



Robust stakeholder management and a willingness to contribute to meeting client area expectations are also important aspects of the role.

The successful applicant will have proven experience in management, an ability to assess information, manage complex workloads and conflicting priorities and be a change leader.

Our Ideal Candidate

Defence’s primary mission is to protect Australia and its national interests, promote security and stability in the world, and support the Australian community as directed by the Government.

Defence Australian Public Service (APS) employees are engaged in an array of occupations, across Australia and around the world, enabling our three services: Navy, Army and Air Force, to fulfil key defensive roles as well as providing a range of peacetime services.

In Defence, you will enjoy experiences and opportunities that, as an APS employee, you simply would not get in any other organisation. You are able to undertake interesting, challenging and unique work. This ranges from intelligence and strategic policy right through to human resources, communications, infrastructure and engineering, and information technology.

Defence is committed to recruiting the right people, in the right jobs, at the right time - whether it is creating, acquiring or delivering Defence capability. Our greatest asset is our people.

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”

📌 Logistics Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Canberra