Integrated Logistics Manager (Sustainment)

The Role

An exciting opportunity exist for an experienced Integrated Logistics Manager to join the Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Systems Program Office within Space Systems Branch to work on a variety of SATCOM Narrowband and Wideband sustainment communications capability for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

The ILS Manager Sustainment is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex materiel logistics work within an integrated workforce. 

They will:

• Require an in-depth knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.
• Exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a leadership role and is accountable to lead and manage a range of human and physical resources and exercise the associated people and financial delegations.
• Have in-depth knowledge of Materiel Logistics or Project / Product Management and be responsible for the development, implementation, compliance and review of policies and procedures.

About our Team

Space Systems Branch acquires and sustains SATCOM systems, and is a trusted advisor of SATCOM systems for the Australian Defence Organisation. The team comprises professionals from various disciplines including project management, engineering, commercial, and logistics. 

This multi-disciplinary team is composed of highly skilled and motivated Australian Public Service, Australian Defence Force and contracted personnel. The team works from Brindabella Park offices in Canberra and maintains close collaboration with other parts of Defence and other Government Agencies.

Our Ideal Candidate

SATCOM SPO are seeking an experienced and dedicated EL 1 - ILS Manager - Sustainment. 

The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate:

• An excellent record in a Sustainment and/or Project Management environment;
• Demonstrated capacity to think strategically and develop plans and processes to enhance the achievement of business outcomes;
• Highly developed communication skills, self-drive, and initiative with the ability to influence others to achieve tasks and business objectives;
• Strong commercial and business acumen and a demonstrated understanding of the Defence Industry sector in Australia. Key attributes and experience we are looking for:
• At least five years of experience in the planning, governance, management & assurance of ILS or Materiel Logistics in a Sustainment environment or equivalent in Project Management;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, sound technical verbal and written communication abilities;
• An innovative and adaptive.

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers