ILS Manager

Job Description We currently have an opportunity for an ILS Manager. Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future. Responsibilities What You’ll Do This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including: Resolve a range of logistics and supply chain problems and challenges and provide advice to both the team and management Conduct and lead key Defence Logistics management functions, including the establishment of Unit Entitlements, Supply Customer Account (SCA) management, Bill of Materials (BOM) and Complete Equipment Schedules (CES) management, and updates Asset Management Data to reflect physical fitment or modifications Lead logistics support activities for Projects transitioning into service, including calculation and procurement of initial provisioning, preparing Vehicle Installation Kits, contributing to engineering Technical Certification activities and adjusting entitlements. Coordinate and support core supply chain and inventory management activities, including procurements, and movement of stock. Conduct development and updates to plans, documents and technical instructions such as the ILS Management Plan, Obsolescence Management Plans, and technical data packs and manuals in support of roll-out/installations and transition. Qualifications What You’ll Bring You must have and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. Experience in Defence ILS to support project or product delivery. Experience in supply chain or Supply Support, including inventory management and through life support to capability. Demonstrated ability to interpret policies and procedures and provide sound and timely advice. A qualified practitioner with a recognised Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 6 qualification in a relevant domain, or relevant industry experience. Knowledge and experience with inventory management and Logistics Information Systems, including Military Integrated Logistics Information System (MILIS), and/or Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) / Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. Why Downer Professional Services At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests. What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services Meaningful work: You’ll play a key role in delivering or supporting critical defence projects and programs that make a genuine impact. Supportive culture: Our high-performing teams thrive on collaboration and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual. Endless opportunities: With career pathways across our business units, including Team Downer MSP, there’s always a chance to grow, learn, and take on exciting new challenges. Professional development: From skills recognition and career mapping to our Summer and Winter Schools for accelerated learning, we invest in your growth. Plus, our Communities of Practice foster shared learning and connections across the business. Great perks: Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more. Veteran support initiatives and policies: Including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave for veterans to remain connected as they transition out of active service. Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.