Defence Logistics & Operations Specialist

BEACON RED; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Group is seeking a highly organized Logistics Support Specialist in Abu Dhabi to coordinate logistics for military activities, ensuring timely delivery of supplies, equipment, transport, and medical support. The role interfaces with military personnel, contractors and internal teams to maintain readiness and resolve issues.

You will translate requirements into practical plans, track stock, monitor compliance with procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement in logistics efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, supply support, transport coordination or operational support.
• Experience within defence, government, or contractor-led environments.
• Strong experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders in complex environments.
• Excellent organisational skills with accurate records and planning documentation.
• Comfortable in a civilian role supporting military activities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordination of logistics for military exercises, training events and operational activities.
• Translate operational requirements into logistics plans, schedules and support arrangements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to align resources, services and support to activity needs.
• Monitor logistics implementation and highlight risks, delays or changes impacting delivery.
• Coordinate supply, equipment, vehicle and service support including storage, distribution, issue and replenishment.
• Support visibility of stock levels, asset movements and service support requirements.
• Assist in coordinating medical and ambulance support requirements, ensuring coverage and escalation of risks.
• Support ammunition forecasting, record keeping and compliance with procedures.
• Assist in transport and movement coordination for personnel, equipment and materials, tracking deliveries and resolving issues.
• Act as liaison between military personnel, contractors and internal teams with clear communication.
• Monitor logistics activity against plans, maintain records and tracking; ensure safety, security and operational requirements apply.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in logistics efficiency, coordination and delivery performance.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Job description

EDGE Group is seeking a highly organized Logistics Support Specialist in Abu Dhabi to coordinate logistics for military activities, ensuring timely delivery of supplies, equipment, transport, and medical support. The role interfaces with military personnel, contractors and internal teams to maintain readiness and resolve issues.

You will translate requirements into practical plans, track stock, monitor compliance with procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement in logistics efficiency.