Job description
The key duties of the position include
The Role
An APS6 Logistics Officer is the primary contact for Defence units requiring support and advice on inventory management activities, policies and legislation. They are accountable to undertake complex logistics management and governance work within an integrated workforce.
An APS6 Logistics Officer will exercise initiative and judgment to provide logistics policy advice and contribute to strategic planning, project management and policy development. They are expected to be capable of building team capability through coaching, feedback and developing the quality of work undertaken by others. They are accountable to set work priorities and manage workflows, compose responses to correspondence, and produce reports related to logistics inventory management.
The role also encompasses aspects of facilities management. The APS6 Logistics Officer will apply their knowledge and skill to assist with the development and planning of estate maintenance activities and be able to provide advice on relevant procedures.
About our Team
Joint Health Command (JHC) is responsible for the delivery of healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel. JHC is also responsible for the health preparedness of ADF personnel for operations, and the coordination of health units for deployment in support of operations.
The APS 6 Logistics Officer positions are located within the JHC Joint Health Units - Northern New South Wales (JHU NNSW) and Central New South Wales (JHU CNSW) respectively. The Logistics Officer position reports to the JHU Commanding Officer. Working in a truly blended workforce of military, APS and contracted staff the ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working collaboratively and collegiately to generate excellent health care results.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will have prior logistics experience and a good understanding of facilities maintenance. They will be able to share information, monitor work practices, set work priorities and have demonstrated experience in developing local logistics procedures. They will be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Our ideal candidate will also have excellent stakeholder management skills and will be required to communicate with, respond and provide advice to a range of stakeholders on complex operational and administrative issues to achieve Defence outcomes. They will be accountable to contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development.