Integrated Logistics Support Manager

Nova Group; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Parental Leave

PD & personal development allowance

Flexible working options

Dress For Your Day

Dental/Health & Wellness support

Job summary

Nova Systems is seeking an ILS Manager to support key Maritime Strategic Communications projects within MSCSPO IWP, delivering and sustaining Defence capability for Australia. You will coordinate ILS artefacts, engage with Defence stakeholders, and guide policies to ensure successful IOC/FOC outcomes.

You will build strong relationships with CASG, ADF and in‑service contractors, lead teams through complex environments and maintain NV2 security readiness during project progression.

Qualifications

• Industry recognised ILS qualification or certification.
• Experience with Defence acquisition ILS policy, processes and procedures.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders within CASG, ADF and in‑service contractors.
• Experience with Defence ILS Asset Management lifecycle.
• Experience in achieving FIC assurance statements for IOC/FOC.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ILS activities across capability lifecycle from strategy to in‑service support.
• Liaise with Defence and non‑Defence stakeholders to progress project milestones.
• Develop and review ILS artefacts supporting project progress.
• Perform CDRL item reviews and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Provide guidance on ILS policies and legislation to Defence stakeholders.
• Identify and address risks, issues and opportunities within a complex stakeholder environment.

Skills

ILS lifecycle

Stakeholder management

Defence policy & standards

Risk & opportunity management

Clear written & verbal communication

Leadership & team coordination

Security clearance NV2 readiness

Education

Industry recognised ILS qualification

Job description

Job Description

About The role:

Nova Systems is a leading engineering services and technology solutions company, partnering with our clients to keep our nations and people safe and secure. At Nova, we work collaboratively to achieve our vision and our strategic objectives, whilst staying true to our values of Trust, Professionalism, Community and Passion. We collectively contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace, valuing diversity in all its forms.

As an ILS Manager you will be supporting key Maritime Strategic Communications projects within MSCSPO IWP delivering and sustaining critical Defence capability in support of Australia's war fighters in executing Defence's mission to defend Australia and its national interests.

You will bring your ILS expertise and experience to coordinate the various elements required to ensure project success, progressing projects through the various stages of capability lifecycle from strategy and inception through to in-service support and disposal. In doing so you will play an essential role in providing the Australian Defence Force with cutting edge technology and tools to deliver its mission.

What you will be involved in:

• Work alongside Commonwealth project team members, supporting the progress of projects through the One Defence Capability System, including development of key documents supporting project clearance through Defence capability gate reviews.
• Liaise with Defence and non-Defence stakeholders.
• Contribute to or develop ILS artefacts supporting project progress.
• Perform Contract Deliverable Requirements List (CDRL) item reviews.
• Provide advice and expertise on ILS policies and legislation for Defence stakeholders.
• Analyse complex logistics issues and identify recommendations.

What we would like from you:

Essential requirements:

• An industry recognised ILS qualification or certification.
• Experience in Defence acquisition ILS policy, processes and procedures to support the acquisition and sustainment of equipment in accordance with Defence requirements.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders within CASG, ADF and in-service support contractors.
• Evaluate contractor material logistics activities to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Experience with the Defence ILS Asset Management lifecycle.
• Experience in achieving Fundamental Input to Capability (FIC) assurance statements in support of projects achieving IOC/FOC.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated clear communications both written and verbally especially in relation to ILS subject matter, specifically creating or updating the project’s ILSI and ILSP. Also provide input into creating plans from an ILS perspective.
• Experience in leading teams within a complex stakeholder environment.
• Outgoing and be able to self-identify risks, issues and opportunities, and act upon those with minimal guidance.
• Ability to gain an NV2 security clearance and be currently at the NV1 level as a minimum at the time of application.

Desirable requirements:

• Defence experience with electromagnetic warfare systems and Land domain subject matter will be highly regarded
• Experience in working above-the-line on Defence ASDEFCON acquisition and support contracts.
• Contract management experience in providing input to the development of DSDs, DIDS and long-term sustainment contracts.
• Trained in logistics aspects of the Defence ERP system.

Life at Nova – it all adds up!

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:

• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks
• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities
• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service
• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people
• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust
• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more
• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members
• Annual Nova employee engagement: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun!
• Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content
• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance
• Free Flu Vaccination annually
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice
• Nova Employee Company Share Offer
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari - we don't like to take ourselves too seriously!

You can view the full range of benefits at https://www.novasystems.com/au/careers/life-at-nova-systems

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.

To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation - Nova Systems RAP

Veteran

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.

ITAR

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances

NOVA SYSTEMS

Nova Systems is one of the largest Australian owned and operated Defence and Security companies with a global presence as a leader in capability assurance and systems integration.

We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.

We are leaders in Test & Evaluation (T&E), Certification and Systems Assurance, and incorporate the latest Digital Engineering tools and methods including modelling, simulation, and digital twins.

We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.