Senior Logistics Specialist

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Alice Springs, Northern Territory, AUS
In-Office
Senior level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Lead and mentor warehouse logistics staff, manage inbound/outbound consignments, perform advanced inventory transactions in SAP/CMMS, handle hazardous and specialized shipments, support procurement/disposal, ensure safety and compliance, and assist the Logistics Supervisor with planning, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Senior Logistics Specialist will mentor and train logistics specialists in their daily tasks, also provide support to the Logistics Supervisor our site warehouses. The Senior Logistics Specialist will be required to liaise with a range of stakeholders, including US Government employees, OASIS employees, vendors and contractors on daily basis through the course of their duties.

Key responsibilities include supporting the receiving and issuing goods, maintaining accurate inventory records, supporting procurement and disposal activities, and assisting with warehouse organization and logistics planning. The Senior Logistics Specialist collaborates with the Area Supervisor to guide internal teams, external contractors, and suppliers to support the smooth delivery of logistics operations.

Working in a dynamic and at times physically demanding environment, the Senior Logistics Specialist must adapt to varying priorities, environmental conditions (such as heat, cold, and dust), and stakeholder expectations. The role contributes to the overall reliability and responsiveness of the logistics function, upholding safety, integrity, and professional service delivery in line with organizational values and mission objectives.

Essential Functions:

The Logistics Specialist is expected to carry out the following duties in accordance with established procedures, safety standards, and operational requirements:

  • Coordinate complex inbound and outbound consignments, ensuring compliance with documentation, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Lead small scale stock analysis programs, supporting reorder level determinations and forecasting demand trends
  • Prepare and validate documentation for specialized shipments, including hazardous materials and international consignments
  • Support the Supervisor in maintaining compliance with hazardous material handling protocols, providing incident reports and corrective action suggestions
  • Perform advanced inventory transactions in SAP/CMMS, including reconciliation of complex discrepancies
  • Prepare documentation for consignment and receipt of goods via Air Mobility Command (AMC) flights
  • Provide professional assistance at the customer supply counter, handling escalated inquiries and complex requests
  • Guide Logistics Specialists in performing tasks correctly and safely, offering informal training and coaching
  • Report observed discrepancies in stock levels, transactions and serial numbers to supervisor
  • Ensure hazardous materials are handled and stored correctly, escalating concerns to the Supervisor
  • Oversee packaging, palletizing, and consignment of sensitive or high value inventory, selecting appropriate transport modes (road, air, sea)
  • Ensure that all personnel correctly handle and store hazardous materials and provide timely notification of any observed incidents relating to hazardous materials
  • Support the Supervisor to foster a strong culture around safety including the reporting of hazards and incidents, pe-starts and safe operating procedures are followed
  • Perform any other reasonable duties as required, supporting both operational and supervisory functions

Qualifications:

Minimum Essential:

  • 5 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, or a related field
  • Proficiency in relevant computer software and applications
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a dedicated team
  • Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
  • Sound administrative and record-keeping skills
  • Valid driver’s License
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in operational tasks

Desirable:

  • Vocational training or qualifications in logistics or supply chain management
  • Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) or equivalent tools
  • Current HR driver’s License
  • Forklift License and materials handling experience
  • First Aid and CPR certifications
  • White Card certification (construction site safety)
  • Inventory analysis experience, including demand planning and stock level reviews

Tickets and Licenses:

  • Driver’s License

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

  • Ability to independently lift and handle items weighing up to 25 kilograms as part of regular duties.
  • Physical stamina and endurance to perform tasks that involve prolonged standing, walking, bending, or repetitive motions.
  • Capability to operate material handling equipment and safely maneuver heavy loads as needed.
  • Tolerance to work in outdoor and remote environments under varying weather conditions.

STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Able to fluently read, write and speak English

Security Clearance Requirements

It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role.  The employee will be required to obtain and maintain a NV-1/SECRET Department of Defense Security Clearance (Australian) or Secret (U.S.) clearance and may be required to obtain a Top Secret (TSPV) Department of Defence (Australian) or TS/SCI (U.S) clearance.

EHS Requirement

All Amentum personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site environmental, health and safety requirements. While Amentum is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with requirements of the Handbook, each person is responsible for:

  • Completing work tasks in a safe manner
  • Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or PMO/EHS Manager
  • Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the Handbook during the performance of their work
  • Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe or possess a danger to the environment

Quality Requirement

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 Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contracts.  Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include referee checks, criminal History checks, a pre-employment medical assessment and drug test.

Skills Required

  • 5 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, or a related field
  • Proficiency in relevant computer software and applications (SAP, CMMS, WMS)
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
  • Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
  • Sound administrative and record-keeping skills
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Obtain and maintain NV-1/SECRET (Australian) or Secret (U.S.) clearance; may require Top Secret/TS/SCI
  • Complete pre-employment checks: referee checks, criminal history, pre-employment medical assessment and drug test
  • Able to lift and handle items up to 25 kilograms and perform physically demanding tasks
  • At least 18 years of age and fluent in English (read, write, speak)
  • Experience preparing documentation for hazardous and international consignments and AMC shipments
  • Vocational training or qualifications in logistics or supply chain management
  • Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) or equivalent tools
  • Current HR driver's License
  • Forklift license and materials handling experience
  • First Aid and CPR certifications
  • White Card certification (construction site safety)
  • Inventory analysis experience, including demand planning and stock level reviews

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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