Advanced Diploma of Deployment Logistics

Rationale:

A qualification for those providing leadership and strategic direction in the planning and management of deployment logistics.

Successful completion will require the application of a significant range of fundamental principles and complex techniques across a wide and often unpredictable variety of contexts in relation to either varied or highly specific functions. Contribution to the development of a broad plan, budget or strategy is involved and accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved. Significant judgement is required in planning, design, technical or leadership/guidance functions related to products, services, operations or procedures.

Job roles:

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

Deployment Logistics Program Manager

Deployment Logistics Senior Manager

Deployment Logistics Executive Manager


Subjects

Requirements for completion of the qualification:

A successful assessment outcome for 12 units of competency comprising:

3 core units listed below

plus

4 units from the integrated deployment logistics elective units listed below

plus

5 general elective units which may be taken from the general elective units listed below, any remaining integrated deployment logistic elective units, or may include up to 3 units drawn with appropriate contextualisation from this Training Package and/or other relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all pre-requisites are complied with.

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Core units:

Field

Unit

NLeadership and Supervision

add topic PSPGOV511A Provide leadership

add topic PSPPOL603A Manage policy implementation

PAdministration and Finance

add topic PSPMNGT608B Manage risk

Integrated deployment logistics elective units:

Field

Unit

AHandling Cargo/Stock

add topic TLIA5058A Manage facility and inventory requirements

ECommunication and Calculation

add topic PSPGOV512A Use complex workplace communication strategies

add topic PSPGOV513A Refine complex workplace documents

add topic PSPGOV406B Gather and Analyse information

add topic PSPGOV605A Persuade and influence opinion

FSafety Management

FDFCORQFS3A Monitor the implementation of quality and food safety programs

LResource Management

add topic BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans

add topic TLIL5019A Implement and monitor transport logistics

add topic TLIL5020A Develop and maintain operational procedures for transport and logistics enterprises

add topic TLIL5055A Manage a supply chain

PAdministration and Finance

add topic BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans

add topic BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan

add topic PSPGOV602B Establish and maintain strategic networks

XLogistics

add topic TLIX6002A Contribute to material logistics strategies

add topic TLIX6046A Plan deployed logistics support for significant operations

add topic TLIX6047A Monitor and provide logistic staff support for significant deployed operations

add topic TLIX6048A Manage the deployment and delivery of logistic support

add topic TLIX6049A Undertake provisioning in support of deployed operations

add topic TLIX6050A Plan distribution operations on deployment

add topic TLIX6051A Plan maintenance for deployed operations

add topic TLIX6052A Plan health support for deployed personnel

add topic TLIX6053A Coordinate health support operations

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Elective units:

Field

Unit

ECommunication and Calculation

add topic PSPGOV606A Prepare high-level/sensitive written materials

add topic PSPPOL602A Provide policy advice

LResource Management

add topic BSBPMG606A Direct human resources management of a project program

add topic PSPGOV506A Support workplace coaching and mentoring

add topic PSPHR620A Manage organisational development

add topic PSPMNGT602B Manage resources

NLeadership and Supervision

add topic BSBMGT605B Provide leadership across the organisation

add topic PSPGOV515A Develop and use political nous

PAdministration and Finance

add topic BSBCOM601B Research compliance requirements and issues

add topic BSBPMG604A Direct cost management of a project program

add topic PSPMNGT610A Manage public sector financial resources

add topic PSPMNGT613A Develop partnering arrangements

add topic PSPMNGT615A Influence workforce effectiveness

add topic PSPPM504A Carry out complex project activities

RContract Procurement

add topic BSBPMG609A Direct procurement and contracting for a project program

add topic PSPPROC506A Plan to manage a contract

add topic PSPPROC504B Finalise contracts

UEnvironment

add topic TLIU4001A Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures

NOTES

BSB units have been imported from the BSB07 Business Services Training Package.

FDF units have been imported from the FDF03 Food Processing Industry Training Package.

PSP units have been imported from the PSP04 Public Sector Training Package.


Pathways...

    Not Applicable


Entry Requirements

Not Applicable


Licensing Information

Not Applicable


Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary for

TLI60210 Advanced Diploma of Deployment Logistics

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Communicate effectively with managers, staff, clients and stakeholders in the course of advanced deployment logistics management

Clarify the ethical aspects of decisions, actions and advice

Listen to and interpret complex verbal information related to advanced deployment logistics management including the clarification and confirmation of work requirements and the receiving of operational feedback

Read and interpret applicable regulations, legislation, policy documents, strategic plans, technical data, signage, labels, safety management systems, tenders, contracts, project plans, related to advanced deployment logistics

Speak clearly and directly on diverse and complex matters related to advanced deployment logistics management including sharing data, requirements and procedures relevant to operations, issuing clear and timely instructions, communicating operational details to internal and external stakeholders, and providing support and feedback to staff

Write complex documents including communicating with internal and external stakeholders and preparing risk assessment reports and plans, project plans, specifications, tenders and technical reports

Responsibly negotiate complex issues with others in the course of advanced deployment logistics management including resolving conflict, obtaining resources necessary to achieve objectives, creating and finalising contracts, and negotiating processes and procedures appropriate to statutory and legal requirements

Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour

Establish and implement organisation's communication systems and procedures

Establish and use networks including active involvement in business or professional networks and the building of relationships to provide benefits for the team and organisation

Use numeracy effectively to understand operational and costing data, prepare budgets, perform calculations, forecast resource requirements, and audit performance.

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Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Teamwork

Provide leadership to staff

Manage the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise in the course of advanced deployment logistics management

Motivate staff

Provide opportunities for staff to achieve and maintain competence

Coach, mentor and give feedback to staff

Provide information, instruction, training and supervision

Manage the avoidance and prevention of harassment of others in the workplace

Model ethical conduct and reinforce in others

Ensure the active participation of team members in meeting goals and objectives

Collaborate with staff and others in the course of deployment logistics management

Work collaboratively with stakeholders in the context of advanced deployment logistics management

Define a role as part of a team including identifying the strengths of team members, understanding relationships between team members and understanding the roles and relationship between and among manager, team leaders, supervisors, etc.

Work with staff and other persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.

Problem solving

Develop practical solutions for problems arising in the course of advanced deployment logistics management including assessing hazards and ensuring there are plans or processes to manage identified risks, monitoring issues which arise in the course of operations and creating, implementing and applying risk management systems

Manage hazards and risks in complex and diverse situations that may occur in the course of advanced deployment logistics management

Solve problems in teams including allocating roles and responsibilities in response to changes in environment or circumstances, coordinating requirements and issues, and evaluating and monitoring performance

Show independence and initiative in identifying problems and solving them.

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Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Problem solving (continued)

Resolve stakeholder concerns in relations to complex project issues including resolution of contract issues and the achievement of quality requirements and deadlines

Test assumptions taking the context of data and circumstances into account

Review systems and plans

Use applicable mathematics to solve complex problems related to advanced deployment logistics management.

Initiative and enterprise

Modify activities dependent on differing work situations and contingencies

Take appropriate initiatives in complex and diverse situations such as those above

Recognise and respond to changes in internal an external operating environments

Contribute to and manage continuous improvement processes

Be creative in approaches to change and innovation, in response to conflicts in coordination and allocation of resources and in both in encouraging input from staff and interactions between and amongst staff and teams

Translate ideas into action including applying consultative processes, developing plans, applying new technologies and concepts and gaining the support of internal and external stakeholders

Value input from staff

Manage the response to any contingencies and changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the working environment.

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Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Planning and organising

Establish operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures for the organisation

Allocate people and other resources to tasks including adapting allocations to cope with contingencies, delegating tasks and responsibilities to capable staff and clearly defining responsibilities

Establish and implement systems and procedures for maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and codes of practice

Establish and implement workplace security and safety management systems (where applicable)

Establish network links with key stakeholders and build strategic relationships

Monitor, evaluate and report on operational performance and compliance

Collect, analyse, interpret and organise information needed during advanced deployment logistics management activities

Prepare scope of work and work plans for self and team members

Be resourceful in planning for and assessing risk

Ensure feedback and other data contribute to improvements in operational effectiveness

Manage time and priorities in the course of advanced deployment logistics management

Ensure feedback and other data contribute to improvements in operational effectiveness.

Self management

Interpret and apply relevant regulations and instructions

Establish and follow own work plans and schedules

Evaluate and monitor own work performance

Take responsibility for meeting own objectives

Have confidence in own vision and goals

Develop trust and confidence in staff, customers and stakeholders

Employ a range of leadership styles to facilitate intercultural management and to manage diverse teams

Maintain effective networks.

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Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Learning

Organise learning and assessment activities for others in the workplace

Manage adaptation of self and others in the workplace to any changes in systems, equipment and procedures and the workplace operating environment

Foster and manage change, and in particular facilitate and support change processes with staff and apply previous experience and feedback in formulating improvements to practice

Provide opportunities for instruction, coaching and mentoring others in the workplace as required

Contribute to the assessment of the competence of others in the workplace

Encourage the creation of a learning community in the workplace

Identify training needs for personnel and ensure that delegated tasks provide individuals with opportunities for development

Adapt own competence in response to any changes in advanced deployment logistics management processes

Update own knowledge and skills required for advanced deployment logistics management activities.

Technology

Use complex equipment and IT systems required during advanced deployment logistics management activities

Apply a range of basic IT skills

Use IT to organise and access data including the monitoring of advanced deployment logistics processes, the tracking of items and the recording and reporting of system status

Applying IT as a management tool to store and organise data

Implement and monitor operational and maintenance procedures and systems for equipment used during advanced deployment logistics management activities

Implement and monitor the application of OH&S procedures when using IT and office equipment and facilities.