Logistics Officer - Western Command
Perth, WA, AU
Job Details
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - WA
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05 ($99,285.00 - $107,559.00)
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15243
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?
Are you looking for an opportunity that offers meaningful work and allows you to showcase your professionalism and stakeholder engagement skills? An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and dynamic individual to join the AFP in a key strategic role responsible for the development and delivery of Logistics and Commercial Support.
Applications are sought from applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Logistics Officer to further strengthen the Western Command CCSU Commercial Team.
As a Commercial Team Member you work under the direction of your Senior Team Members and Team Leader to deliver professional, high quality and timely finance and commercial services. You work under minimal supervision to achieve high quality results, you anticipate and adapt to changing priorities and suggest new ways of working with the team. You take responsibility for achieving the objectives you are allocated and managing your work through to completion. You will build effective relationships with other team members, frontline staff and other key stakeholders that is based on mutual respect and a genuine understanding of others needs to deliver high quality corporate services to the Command.
This role is based at Western Command, located in our Perth Headquarters. Successful Applicants will be required to relocate to Perth.
As a Team Member in the AFP you will be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes 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?
The Commercial team supports the Command through the delivery of financial and commercial services. As Commercial Support Team Member, your responsibilities include:
- Work collaboratively with the Chief Finance Officer Portfolio, national and local teams to effectively manage Command Facilities, Fleet and Logistics.
- Provision of building and accommodation services including spatial planning, accommodation projects and safe & key management.
- Provision of Fleet Services including new leasing, decommissioning, servicing, fuel cards, insurance claims, car parking & traffic infringements, and log book reviews to assist with FBT reporting.
- Asset Management activities, asset disposal and general asset queries.
- Provision of logistics services, including national roll-outs, stock control, event support, maintaining stores.
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
- A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of organisational and time management skills.
- Intermediate or Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills.
Selection Criteria
Bands 2-5
- 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: Sarah Armitage,
Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 5020,
Contact Officer Email: sarah.armitage@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 14/10/2025
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