Logistics Team Member

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 04 ($84, $99,285.00)

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This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down

4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year

18 days of paid personal leave per year

Generous superannuation of 15.4%

18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child's date of birth or placement

Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement

Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance

Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention

Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for a full-time position of Team Member Supply Chain Management Team within the AFP Logistics Command.

The Supply Chain Management Team is a corporate support area operating in a warehouse environment and is responsible for the lifecycle management of assets such as ballistic vests, batons and handcuffs as well as facilitating freight movements both domestically and internationally.

As a Team Member, you will be expected to assist the Team Leader in achieving the goals and outcomes of the Logistics Command Strategic Plans in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

Facilitate the preparation of freight consignments and accompanying documentation and, where applicable, ensuring adherence to Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and WHS requirements

Perform physical warehouse stock movements via forklift or manual handling methods

Effectively maintain inventory/assets in AFP corporate systems utilising the Inventory Management System (IMS) and asset modules in SAP

Conduct physical and systematic stocktakes and disposal activities

Ensure compliance with AFP Governance instruments and standard operating procedures

Provide consistent high quality customer service to internal AFP and external stakeholders that builds a positive reputation and trust in the business area

Contribute to the development and refinement of current Logistics procedures to enhance workplace efficiencies

Adapt readily to changing processes and apply innovative thinking to solve problems effectively

Support the Team Leader in making sound decisions to achieve successful outcomes

Other duties as required, consistent with AFP Band 4 Work Level Standards

Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application

Minimum Cert III in Logistics or equivalent industry experience

Forklift licence or ability to obtain one

Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Excel and Word

NV1 Security clearance or ability to obtain one

Desirable Requirements

Dangerous Goods Shippers Qualification or ability to obtain

Experience in stock management principles

Ability to analyse data and problem solve using critical thinking

Additional Information

This role is located in Canberra and applicants are expected to be based in Canberra

This role is an AFP Band 4 level

Selection Criteria

Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes

Communicating and working effectively with other people

Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.

Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.

Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.

Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.

Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer: Jason Southey

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Contact Officer Email:

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 31/10/2025

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