Logistics Coordinator

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

• Australia wide travel opportunities
• Annual salary review
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• We are recognised as a Family Friendly Workplace.
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
• Proud be to endorsed as a Work180 Employer.

SECURITY
Please note, security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit –

OUR TEAM
Our Explosive Ordnance Services 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 professional growth. Many of our team started in this role and are now in leadership.

YOUR ROLE
As a Logistics Coordinator, you will support inventory and logistics management for the distribution of EO and associated equipment across Australia and abroad. Reporting to the Project Manager Logistics, you will coordinate and finalise transport solutions, maintain EO inventory records, and ensure compliance with Defence and legislative requirements. You will collaborate closely with team members, third-party contractors, stakeholders, and EO Services staff while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance logistics and transport processes. Coordinate inventory and logistics activities to achieve business objectives

• Coordinate day-to-day third-party transportation operations and EO distribution across depots and approved sites
• Deliver logistics support for domestic and international consignments by sea, air, or road
• Manage EO inventory using COMSARM, ensuring accuracy in storage, issues, returns, maintenance, and distribution
• Develop and execute wholesale distribution schedules, considering resource constraints.
• Support business improvement by identifying opportunities to optimise transport and logistics processes
• Prepare reports, business cases, and briefing papers for both internal and external stakeholders
• Perform data analysis using Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, charts) and generate COMSARM reports
• Ensure compliance with Defence controls, WHS, environmental legislation, and State/Territory regulations
• Assist with training staff in transport management best practices and consignment planning
• Work collaboratively across procurement and business management teams to ensure cost-effective solutions

Your Experience

• Diploma in Logistic Management or equivalent
• Experience with commercial inventory systems
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Desirable knowledge of Defence supply chain and inventory systems

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.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit –

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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.

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