Defence Graduate Program - Logistics Stream

Whilst logistics in the private sector has a heavy focus on transport, warehousing, distribution and manufacturing, a career as a logistician in Capability, Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) delivers much more.

As a Materiel logistician, you will undertake a diverse range of activities in support of the Australian Defence Force, and their Capability Managers. As a graduate on the 18-month Defence Capability Pathway, you will undertake three rotations (of 6 months), at various locations around Australia, to gain a broad perspective of materiel logistics in Defence. These opportunities could see you providing logistics support anywhere from the concept stage of a new project at the start of the capability life cycle, through to transition into service, sustainment, upgrades and disposal.

As a Materiel logistician, you will have unique opportunities to work on some of the largest and most challenging acquisition and sustainment projects in Australia, for example:

Acquisition Projects

• Joint Strike Fighter for the Air Force
• New helicopters for the Navy and Army
• New Future Frigates and patrol boats for the Navy
• Advanced Growler Airborne Electronic Attack Capability for the Air Force
• Battlespace Communications Systems for the Army
• Anti-Ship Missile Defence systems for the Navy

Sustainment Activities

• F/A 18F Super Hornet
• Combat Clothing
• Weapons Systems
• Collins Class Submarines
• Communication Systems
• Armoured Vehicles

Your work as a Materiel logistician within CASG will be highly valued – the operational success of the Australian Defence Force depends on us.

Quick Details

Salary: $68,442 pa + 15.4% superannuation. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will advance to APS 5: $76,661 pa + 15.4% superannuation.
Program: 18 months – 3 x 6 month rotations (one in Canberra)
Eligibility: Australian Citizens only
Location: Various (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Newcastle).