Supply Chain Analyst
Downer Professional Services is Australia’s multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and Government.
We currently have an opportunity for a Supply Chain Anayst based in Edinburgh, South Australia to support Naval Construction Branch logistics, warehousing and supply chain support projects.
- Support warehouse operations, inventory control, stocktakes, audits and assurance activities in accordance with Defence logistics policies and procedures.
- Assist with the receipt, storage, handling, issue, transfer and disposal of Commonwealth-owned materiel, including Government Furnished Equipment.
- Maintain traceability and accountability of GFE across the supply chain, including export-controlled and sensitive materiel.
- Support codification, cataloguing, logistics data remediation and Supply Chain Account activities using systems such as MILIS and the Maritime Catalogue.
- Assist with discrepancy management, governance activities, compliance reviews and stakeholder engagement across Defence, Program Offices, shipbuilders and contractors.
What You'll Bring
- Experience supporting warehousing, inventory management, supply chain or logistics activities within a Defence or similarly regulated environment.
- Understanding of Defence logistics policy, stock accountability, materiel management and DEFLOGMAN requirements.
- Familiarity with MILIS, codification, cataloguing, inventory data management or Supply Chain Account processes.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and support governance, assurance and compliance outcomes.
- A collaborative and professional approach, with strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer Professional Services
At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of Defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.
What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.
We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.
As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.
If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.