Cargo Specialist

3 weeks ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Australian Defence Force Full time
Job Description:
As a Cargo Operator with the Australian Defence Force, you will be responsible for the movement and collection of essential Army cargo. This role presents a new challenge every day, requiring you to transport equipment and supplies by road, rail, sea and air, driving a range of military vehicles and watercraft.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Transport equipment and supplies by road, rail, sea and air
  2. Drive a range of military vehicles and watercraft
  3. Plan and deliver personnel, stores, equipment and Combat Service Support (CSS) via road, rail, sea and air
  4. Receive, process, store and on-forward equipment to support ADF operations and training
  5. Manage cargo transport between Army, Navy and Air Force transport at Ports, Air Heads and Rail Terminals
  6. Operate and understand computer-based cargo tracking systems
  7. Pass knowledge onto new recruits

What You Will Learn:
Through your training, you will gain transport licence codes, Material Handling Equipment (MHE) licence codes and handling Dangerous Cargo (DG) qualifications. You will also learn to operate a wide range of equipment, including computer-based cargo tracking systems, medium and heavy transport and various rough terrain forklifts and cranes.

About the Role:
This role is vital for overseas operations, offering plenty of opportunity to travel to new and exciting locations. You will work closely with the Navy, loading cargo onboard ships travelling around Australia and beyond. As an integral part of the Royal Australian Corps of Transport (RACT), you will be responsible for controlling and operating Army transport and its movements.

Requirements:
A driver's licence is a minimum requirement for this role, and you will undergo world-class military training to equip you with the skills and qualifications you need to succeed.

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