At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
OUR BENEFITS
$92,498.00 + Super + Overtime + Monthly RDO
Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $16 P/W
Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
Modernised Paid Parental Leave
Veterans Leave
Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
Personal & professional training development opportunities
OUR TEAM
Our Explosive Ordnance Services (EOS) team enables the Australian Defence Force through storage, distribution, maintenance and disposal of these systems, all across Australia. As a turnkey solution, we offer the opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of our business operations, creating huge opportunities for growth.
Within our logistics services business there are 17+ depots throughout Australia, allowing various development and progression opportunities.
YOUR ROLE
As Site Supervisor, you will lead daily depot activities, supervise a dedicated team, and ensure the highest standards of safety, compliance and operational excellence are maintained. This is an opportunity to combine your leadership, logistics and Defence experience in a role that directly contributes to Australia's sovereign capability.
You will lead by example, fostering a strong safety culture while supporting your team to achieve operational objectives and continuously improve site performance.
Supervise daily depot operations, inventory activities and customer requirements
Lead, coach and develop depot personnel to achieve operational and safety objectives
Ensure compliance with Defence regulations, Thales policies and the Safety Management System
Coordinate site administration, reporting, corrective actions and performance monitoring
Maintain depot readiness, security arrangements and emergency response procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, safety and service delivery
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Proven leadership in logistics, warehousing, or defence operations
Diploma qualification (or higher) in Logistics, Business, or related discipline
Experience leading teams within logistics, warehousing, or operational environments
Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
Experience within Defence, dangerous goods, or highly regulated industries highly regarded
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process.
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. #LI-DZ1
Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/.
In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.
Skills Required
- Proven leadership in logistics, warehousing, or defence operations
- Diploma qualification (or higher) in Logistics, Business, or related discipline
- Experience leading teams within logistics, warehousing, or operational environments
- Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Experience within Defence, dangerous goods, or highly regulated industries
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance (Australian citizen required)
- Completion of pre-employment police check (and medical checks depending on role)
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
Thales Insights
What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
