Assistant Logistics Support Specialist

We have an opportunity for an Assistant Logistics Support Specialist to join our team in Penrith, NSW. This role reports to the Logistics Manager and provides logistics and supply chain assistance support to our Technology Delivery teams, the broader C4i Operational teams and our clients.

This role will suit a less senior Logistic Specialist who is looking to enhance their operational knowledge.

This role offers a specialist logistics career pathway, with mentoring and professional development to enhance your skills and experience.

Responsibilities & Duties:
Reporting to the Logistics Manager you'll assist in one or more of the following:

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor the movement, storage, and distribution of goods, materials, and equipment.
• Co-ordinate inbound and outbound logistics, including freight forwarding, customs clearance, and delivery scheduling.
• Assist with inventory management, ensuring stock levels are maintained and reconciled accurately.
• Liaise with suppliers, logistics providers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of requirements.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, shipping documents, and related logistics paperwork.
• Track shipments and resolve delivery delays, damages, or discrepancies.
• Coordinate warehousing, storage, and handling requirements.
• Support the Manager and Delivery teams by forecasting logistics requirements for operations, projects, or exercises.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, receipts, and stock movements.
• Adhere to logistics procedures and standard operating practices.
• Ability to work primarily from Penrith HQ, with occasional work from HMAS Waterhen and deliveries/pick-ups across Sydney.
• Other duties as highlighted by your supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:

• An Australian Citizen (Due to security requirements) with an AGSVA clearance (Preferred).
• Australian Drivers License.
• MR (Medium Rigid) Licence would be beneficial to support deliveries and logistics tasks (not mandatory).
• Minimum Certificate 3 in Logistics or relevant practical experience.
• Exposure to logistics systems such as SAP or other asset management software packages.
• Experience with Defence supply chain processes such as RSG (Returned Stores Goods), disposals, and codification will be highly regarded.
• Experience working with Defence stakeholders, including CASG Systems Program Offices (SPOs).
• Competent with MS office suite.
• A current unrestricted drivers license.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear, confident communication skills.
• Highly organised with attention to detail.
• Eager to learn, adaptable, and able to work well both independently and in a team.
• Interest in Defence, technology, and systems engineering.
• Veterans encouraged to apply. We are a Veteran Employer of Choice.

Why Join Us as a Graduate?

• Veteran-Focused: As a Veteran-owned and operated company, we value your service. Our Veteran Career Development Program is designed to support your transition and future career growth. Defence Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• People First: Were a company that puts people at the centre. Fostering a culture of wellbeing, engagement, and respect for your unique skills.
• A Culture That Values You: Be part of a passionate, supportive, and growing team that recognises your contribution and rewards success.
• And we like to keep things real. We work hard, support each other, and make space for a laugh along the way.

Benefits We Offer

• 5 extra days of leave in your first year of service.
• Flexible working arrangements (subject to project needs).
• Defence Reserve Leave.
• Professional Development allowance and time for training.
• Job security and stability with a trusted Defence industry partner delivering long-term projects.
• A range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives and allowances.
• A range of additional leave options available.
• Employee recognition and discounted retailer hub.
• Salary sacrificing.
• Service awards.
• Community engagement initiatives that include volunteer leave and we'll match your donation.

Be you with us - Shape the future of Defence and Technology
C4i Solutions is a leading Technology, ICT, and Digital Solutions company, delivering real outcomes for our Defence, Government, and Industry partners. We're growing and we're looking for great people who share our values, believe in our mission, and care about what they do.

If this sounds like your kind of team, wed love to hear from you Please apply now with your CV and a short cover letter and tell us why we should hire you? What you would bring to the team, what excites you about C4i Solutions, and why you'd be a great fit.