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Logistics Support Officer

Alice Springs, AUS; Alice Springs; Alice Springs,; Australia
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Purpose and Impact:

The Logistics Support Officer at Joint Defence Facility Pine Gap is an entry-level role supporting efficient warehouse and supply chain operations through accurate inventory management, material handling, and timely distribution of goods. The role is responsible for receiving and issuing stock, maintaining inventory records, assisting with procurement and disposal activities, and supporting warehouse organization across multiple locations. Working with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers, the Logistics Support Officer helps deliver reliable logistics services while maintaining safety, compliance, and professional standards.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:00 (38 hours per week)

Essential Responsibilities:

Receive, inspect, store, and issue goods across multiple warehouse locations while maintaining accurate inventory records and SAP transactions. Prepare, package, palletize, and dispatch consignments, including AMC freight, and complete associated documentation. Conduct deliveries within site locations, assist with stocktakes, report discrepancies, and support procurement, disposal, and warehouse organization activities. Provide timely customer service to stakeholders and maintain safe, compliant, and efficient logistics operations.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory systems such as SAP
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Sound communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills
  • Australian Citizenship

Security Clearance Required:

NV-1/SECRET Department of Defence (Australian) or SSBI (U.S.) clearance, with ability to obtain higher clearances if required.

Minimum Education:

Completion of secondary education or equivalent relevant experience.

Minimum Years of Experience:

  • Minimum 6 months experience in logistics, warehousing, supply chain, or relevant transferable experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations
  • Forklift License and materials handling experience
  • HR Driver’s License
  • White Card
  • Experience using SAP, WMS, or similar inventory systems
  • Administrative and inventory control experience
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment

_This position is designated as a safety sensitive position._

_As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government._

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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