Integrated Logistics Support Manager - ILS | Melbourne

Horsell Consulting Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Policy

Professional Development

Defence Reserves Leave

Annual Performance Bonus

Early Wage Access

Job summary

Horsell Consulting Pty Ltd is seeking an Integrated Logistics Support Manager to lead ILS activities for Defence projects in Melbourne, Australia, combining leadership with strategic client management.

The role requires strong knowledge of Defence capability acquisition, sustaining programs and the ability to mentor consultants while expanding Horsell's ILS capabilities across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering Integrated Logistics Support within the Australian Defence environment.
• Strong understanding of Defence capability acquisition and sustainment.
• Proven experience leading ILS activities across multiple projects.
• Excellent leadership and relationship-management skills.
• Experience working with Defence prime contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead ILS activities across Defence capability acquisition and sustainment projects.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with Defence and industry clients and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality outcomes and practical support system solutions.
• Mentor consultants and support business development initiatives.
• Represent Horsell professionally and strengthen the company’s ILS capability.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Defence industry experience

Tools

Technical Publications

Job description

Integrated Logistics Support Manager - ILS | Melbourne

Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager

Location: Melbourne, Victoria (Preferred)
Clearance Required: You must hold a current Australian Government security clearance (Baseline minimum, NV1 highly desirable) or be eligible for reinstatement.
Engagement: Full-time

About the Role: Horsell is seeking an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager to lead and grow our Integrated Logistics Support capability while supporting the successful delivery of Defence projects and contributing to the long‑term growth of the business.

This role combines ILS expertise with leadership, commercial awareness and the ability to build trusted relationships with Defence and industry clients.

Working closely with Defence and industry clients, industry partners and the Horsell leadership team, you'll lead Integrated Logistics Support activities across multiple projects, mentor consultants, support business development initiatives and help strengthen Horsell's Integrated Logistics Support capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Integrated Logistics Support activities across Defence capability acquisition and sustainment projects.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with Defence and industry clients, prime contractors and key stakeholders.
• Deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Apply your knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support and Technical Publications to develop practical, sustainable support system solutions.
• Mentor and develop consultants while contributing to the continued growth of Horsell's Integrated Logistics Support capability.
• Support proposal development, business development activities and strategic initiatives.
• Represent Horsell professionally and contribute to strengthening our reputation as a trusted Integrated Logistics Support partner.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Demonstrated experience delivering Integrated Logistics Support within the Australian Defence environment.
• Strong understanding of Defence capability acquisition and sustainment.
• Proven experience leading Integrated Logistics Support activities across multiple projects.
• Sound understanding of Technical Publications and how they integrate into the broader support system.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with Defence prime contractors.
• Experience contributing to the development and growth of an Integrated Logistics Support capability.

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, consulting services and innovative technology solutions. We work with both government and industry, delivering practical, trusted and transparent solutions across the capability lifecycle.