ILS - Integrated Logistics Support Manager

Horsell; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Policy

Professional Development Fund

Birthday leave

Defence Reserves Leave

Annual Performance Bonus

Early Wage Access

Mental Health & Wellbeing Support

Job summary

Horsell is seeking a Senior Consultant – ILS/IPS Management to lead and coordinate Integrated Logistics Support and Integrated Product Support across Defence and complex asset programs. You will deliver high-quality governance, planning, and assurance activities in collaboration with Defence stakeholders, engineering teams, OEMs, and project managers.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience in ILS/IPS or related fields, and a strong track record in regulated programs, with secure

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in ILS/IPS Management, logistics engineering, sustainment, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience delivering Defence or complex regulated programs.
• Strong understanding of Support System integration and lifecycle sustainment principles.
• Experience developing ILS/IPS plans, governance frameworks, and supportability documentation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ILS/IPS management activities across Defence and complex asset programs
• Develop and maintain ILS/IPS management plans, governance artefacts, schedules, and reporting frameworks
• Coordinate Support System activities across engineering, maintenance, supply, training, and operational stakeholders
• Manage governance forums, risk and issue tracking, compliance activities, and delivery assurance
• Support client engagement, workshops, reporting, and decision-support activities
• Contribute to proposal development, estimating, and capability growth within the ILS/IPS discipline

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Governance & risk management

Tools

ILS/IPS certifications

Job description

Integrated Logistics Support Manager - ILS

Clearance Required: Have an Australian Government security clearance of at least NV1.

Work Arrangement: Melbourne or Canberra |Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available

Engagement: Full-time

About the Role

Horsell is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant – ILS/IPS Management to support Defence and complex asset programs through the delivery of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Integrated Product Support (IPS) outcomes.

This role will lead and coordinate supportability activities across the full product lifecycle, ensuring integrated, compliant, and sustainable support system solutions aligned with client and project requirements.

You will work closely with Defence stakeholders, engineering teams, OEMs, and project managers to deliver high-quality support system governance, planning, and assurance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ILS/IPS management activities across Defence and complex asset programs
• Develop and maintain ILS/IPS management plans, governance artefacts, schedules, and reporting frameworks
• Coordinate Support System activities across engineering, maintenance, supply, training, and operational stakeholders
• Manage governance forums, risk and issue tracking, compliance activities, and delivery assurance
• Support client engagement, workshops, reporting, and decision-support activities
• Contribute to proposal development, estimating, and capability growth within the ILS/IPS discipline

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in ILS/IPS Management, logistics engineering, sustainment, or related disciplines
• Demonstrated experience delivering Defence or complex regulated programs
• Strong understanding of Support System integration and lifecycle sustainment principles
• Experience developing ILS/IPS plans, governance frameworks, and supportability documentation
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with Defence standards such as DEF(AUST) 5691/5692 and ASD S-Series specifications
• Project management or ILS/IPS-related certifications
• Experience working with Defence clients, OEMs, and sustainment organisations
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams

Application Requirements

• Details of relevant Defence and/or sustainment experience
• Evidence of Australian citizenship and clearance eligibility

Life At Horsell

Join a Company Where People Are The Priority, Supported By An Inclusive And Supportive Culture. At Horsell, We Value Each Team Member And Offer a Variety Of Benefits To Ensure Not Only Professional Development But Also Personal Well-being:

• Flexible Work Policy: Various working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Strong focus on growth with a professional development fund of $5,000.
• Additional Leave Benefits: Enjoy extra privileges such as an additional day off on your birthday.
• Defence Reserves Leave: Paid leave, as applicable.
• Social Events: Two annual celebrations, one held at the state level and another as a national event (EOFY and Christmas), with one of them always being family-friendly.
• Regular Hangouts: Monthly catch-ups, one held in person by state and another online for the whole Horsell team.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Be eligible for an annual bonus that reflects your alignment with our company values.
• Early Wage Access: Financial flexibility with access to up to 50% of your earned salary before payday, up to a maximum of $1,000 per week, through our early wage access program.
• Intellect Mental Health & Wellbeing Support for you and your family.
• And much more, just ask!

About Us

Founded in 2007, Horsell is a fully Australian-owned, family and veteran-operated professional services firm. We specialise in making better procurement decisions primarily for the Defence sector, offering specialised training, enlightening consulting services, and innovative technological applications. We engage with both buyers and sellers, ensuring transparency and simplicity in all our processes.