RFQ-ASD- LH-02163 Project Support Officer - Logistics

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Project (Logistics Support) Officer with ICT logistics and Governance skills will be responsible under general direction for logistic services that enable the efficient delivery of sustainment and deployment projects in IT Services Delivery. Position is customer facing, and requires relationship management with Defence users.

Estimated start date: Monday, 07 July 2025

Initial contract duration: 12 months

Extension term: 12 months

Number of extensions: 2

Location of work: ACT

Working arrangements: ACT, 5 days a week in the office. Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement. Candidates required to have PV clearance.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.

A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Site liaison and stakeholder engagement, including with customers and suppliers, to ensure ICT Service Delivery requirements are met.
• Arrange travel and freight in support of sustainment and projects, including preparation of equipment for shipping in support of sustainment and projects.
• Plan, initiate and manage procurements to support program and organisational requirements. Manage priorities and workflows and schedule procurement activities to meet deadlines.
• Draft and review Governance and asset management policy documentation.
• Maintenance of ICT asset records, plan and execute stocktaking activities.
• Develop logistics supply chains in line with organisational policy and customer requirements.
• Identify supply chain shortfalls, develop rectification proposals for review, approval and implementation of solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement process by developing and enhancing procedures.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Experience in Integrated Logistic principles and the ability to quickly understand the sustainment of Defence capabilities and utilise inventory management systems.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• PROF 4: Supports programme or project control boards, project assurance teams and quality review meetings. Takes responsibility for the provision of support services to projects. Uses and recommends project control solutions for planning, scheduling and tracking projects. Sets up and provides detailed guidance on project management software, procedures, processes, tools and techniques. Provides basic guidance on individual project proposals. May provide a cross programme view on risk, change, quality, finance or configuration management.
• CSMG 4: Monitors service delivery channels and collects performance data. Assists with the specification, development, research and evaluation of service standards. Applies these standards to resolve or escalate issues and gives technical briefings to staff members.
• RLMT 4: Deals with problems and issues, managing resolutions, corrective actions, lessons learned, and the collection and dissemination of relevant information. Implements stakeholder engagement/communications plan. Collects and uses feedback from customers and stakeholders to help measure the effectiveness of stakeholder management. Helps develop and enhance customer and stakeholder relationships.
• ASMG 4: Controls assets in one or more significant areas ensuring that administration of full life cycle of assets is carried out. Produces and analyses registers and histories of authorised assets and verifies that all these assets are in a known state and location. Acts to highlight and resolve potential instances of unauthorised assets.
• Australian Citizenship and a TSPV security clearance is essential

BENEFITS

Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
• Long contracts available.
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
• Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad at 0449 511 324. #LI-CP