APS 4 - Logistics Inventory Officer

Australian Department of Defence; Nowra; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Department of Defence Nowra NSW is seeking a capable APS 4 Logistics Inventory Officer to join the Nowra Detachment. You will perform moderately complex logistics and inventory management tasks under limited direction to support Defence logistics services and outcomes.

You will monitor inventory, analyse ERP data, maintain records, respond to enquiries, manage shared inboxes, update registers and ensure timely completion of tasks while collaborating with Defence personnel and industry

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and inventory management.
• Ability to analyse information and apply practical solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage routine inventory and business support activities, including analysing information and ERP data, monitoring inventory performance, responding to enquiries, managing shared inboxes, updating registers, maintaining records and ensuring tasks are completed within required timeframes.
• Coordinate, monitor and administer work activities, maintain records and information, prepare reports and correspondence, engage with stakeholders and provide customer support.
• Support inventory assurance activities and the management of Defence inventory and information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Work as part of a small, collaborative team; engage with Defence personnel, industry partners and other stakeholders to support the delivery of inventory management services.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

Customer service

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Australian Department of Defence – Nowra NSW

10h ago , from Australian Department of Defence

• $81,868 - $89,377 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
• Nowra - NSW

The Role

Joint Logistics Unit East (JLU-E) is seeking a capable and motivated APS 4 Logistics Inventory Officer to join our Detachment at Nowra. As an APS 4 Logistics Inventory Officer, you will perform moderately complex logistics, inventory management, administrative and business support activities under limited direction. You will apply established policies, procedures and practices to support the delivery of Defence logistics services and achieve organisational outcomes.

The role contributes to a range of inventory management functions through the coordination, monitoring and administration of work activities, maintenance of records and information, preparation of reports and correspondence, stakeholder engagement, and the provision of customer support. You will analyse information, identify issues, apply practical solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement activities.

You will manage routine inventory and business support activities, including analysing information and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) data, monitoring inventory performance, responding to enquiries, managing shared inboxes, updating registers, maintaining records and ensuring tasks are completed within required timeframes.

The role may also support inventory assurance activities and the management of Defence inventory and information in accordance with established policies and procedures. Working as part of a small, collaborative team, you will engage with Defence personnel, industry partners and other stakeholders to support the effective delivery of inventory management services and achieve organisational outcomes.

Defence roles cover a diverse range of workplace environment requirements. These may include physical tasks or working in conditions that are not typical of an office environment. Candidates should consider these requirements when assessing their suitability for the role. For more information, please contact the nominated contact officer.

Requirement to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)

About our Team

Joint Logistics Unit East (JLU-E) is one of Defence's largest logistics units and is responsible for delivering a broad range of logistics support services that contribute to Defence capability and operational readiness.

Joint Logistics Unit East, Nowra Detachment (JLUE-NW) forms part of JLU-E and delivers logistics services across a range of functional areas. The branch consists of a diverse workforce of Australian Public Service (APS) and Industry Partner personnel who work collaboratively to support Defence customers and achieve organisational outcomes.

JLU-E Nowra operates within a dynamic environment and provides opportunities for employees to develop knowledge and experience across multiple logistics disciplines. Staff contribute to stakeholder engagement, governance activities, business support functions and the effective management of Defence resources.

The branch is committed to professional development, collaboration and continuous improvement, providing employees with opportunities to broaden their skills and contribute to a high-performing workforce.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is organised, adaptable and capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment. You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and attention to detail while managing competing priorities and delivering quality outcomes. You will possess strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills and be comfortable working with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

You will be able to analyse information, identify issues and contribute to practical solutions that support business objectives. You will demonstrate the ability to work independently under limited direction while also contributing positively to team outcomes. The successful candidate will be professional, reliable and committed to providing high-quality customer service and support.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to research, analyse and interpret information.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accurate record keeping.
• The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team outcomes.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and business outcomes.