Logistics Compliance Officer

Department of Defence; Hobart; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence in Hobart seeks an APS 4 Logistics Compliance Officer to monitor work practices, advise on compliance, and help ensure activities meet legislation and regulations. You will manage multiple priorities under limited direction while contributing to consistent outcomes.

The role sits in Joint Logistics Unit – Victoria (Hobart) and involves governance across work health and safety, security, facilities, and procurement. Apply with a collaborative, solution-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Solid understanding of WHS responsibilities and safe working practices.
• Strong research, analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Willingness to provide practical advice to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits of moderately complex logistics processes and document findings.
• Prepare clear reports on compliance activities, performance and risks.
• Provide practical advice and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support development and review of local procedures and compliance processes.
• Interpret and apply relevant legislation, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Research issues and propose practical solutions for operational outcomes.
• Build productive relationships and contribute to team priorities.
• Share knowledge and support colleagues through guidance and on-the-job training.

Skills

Legislation interpretation

WHS knowledge

Research & analysis

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Knowledge sharing

Job description

The Role

As an APS 4 Logistics Compliance Officer, you will support effective logistics governance by monitoring work practices, providing practical advice and helping ensure activities comply with relevant legislation, policy and technical regulations. Working under limited direction, you will manage competing priorities and contribute to consistent compliance outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting audits of moderately complex logistics processes and documenting findings.


• Preparing clear reports on compliance activities, performance and identified risks.


• Providing practical advice and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.


• Supporting the development and review of local procedures and compliance processes.


• Interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policy and regulatory requirements.


• Researching issues and recommending practical solutions that support operational outcomes.


• Building productive working relationships and contributing to team priorities.


• Sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues through guidance and on the job training.

About our Team

Joint Logistics Unit – Victoria at Hobart delivers logistics support services to Defence dependencies across Tasmania. As part of the Business Services team, you will provide administrative and business support across work health and safety, security, facilities, information systems, equipment management, procurement, budgeting, reporting and records management. This work is undertaken within a framework of legislation, established principles, work practices and procedures in accordance with Defence mission and business objectives. The team works within an integrated workforce of Australian Public Service, Australian Defence Force and Industry Partner personnel, providing responsive and customer-focused services that support the effective operation of the Hobart site.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is organised, solutions-focused and comfortable working in a compliance environment. You will take ownership of your priorities, communicate clearly and use sound judgement to achieve practical outcomes. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• The ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and regulatory requirements.


• A strong understanding of WHS responsibilities and a commitment to safe working practices.


• Effective research, analysis and problem-solving skills.


• The ability to prepare clear and concise reports.


• Confidence providing practical advice and working with a range of stakeholders.


• A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute positively within an integrated workforce.


• Initiative, accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement.


• A willingness to share knowledge and support the development of others.