The application of this unit in the workplace includes preparing for logistics operations, deploying logistics elements and managing the internal operation of a specialist logistics element.

This unit of competency is applicable to logistic personnel who have a responsibility to organise and manage the delivery of logistics support in a deployment context.

This person will bring management skills and leadership to perform the scope of this unit of competency. Logistics elements may be comprised of a range of capabilities from different disciplines including road transport, supply, maintenance, catering or health. The composition of the maintenance team will be guided by the type and scale of operation being supported. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Prepare for logistic operations

1.1 Operational requirement is analysed in order to establish the scope and intent of logistic support

1.2 Deployment requirements are received and interpreted to determine logistic requirements

1.3 Reconnaissance of the deployment area is conducted to inform the planning including technical and functional siting considerations

1.4 Warning instructions are prepared and issued to logistic element personnel to enable them to prepare for deployment

1.5 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2Deploy the logistic support

2.1 Deployment instructions are prepared and issued to logistic element personnel to inform them of the method and sequence of the deployment

2.2 Movement to the deployment site is managed in accordance with the operational environment and management instructions

2.3 Logistic element is deployed, sited and monitored to ensure the operational logistic support requirements are being achieved

3Provide logistic support

3.1 Liaison with stakeholders involved in the operation is carried out to ensure the most effective coordination of effort

3.2 Operational or organisational constraints are recognised and logistic tasks are directed to align with these constraints

3.3 Logistic support priorities are set in order to align the activities with the organisational objectives

3.4 The activity is monitored to ensure that the logistic elements are conducting activity with appropriate authority and in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.5 The delivery of logistic support is managed to meet the demands of the operation

3.6 Personnel are supervised and efficiently and effectively employed within their area of speciality

3.7 The maintenance integrity of logistic support assets is monitored to ensure assets are available for support tasks when required

3.8 Logistic information systems are utilised to monitor and coordinate logistic support operations and to inform the decision making process

3.9 Liaison with agencies involved in the operation is carried out to ensure the most effective coordination of effort

3.10 Management and stakeholders are advised when significant issues or developments arise that may adversely impact on the operation

3.11 Records are maintained and entered into information systems

4Close down the site

4.1 Redeployment instructions are prepared and issued to logistic element personnel

4.2 The scaling down and withdrawal of the deployment site is monitored to ensure it is consistent with the operational environment and organisational requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Logistic concepts

Specialist knowledge of the organisation, function and logistic capabilities

Organisational policy and procedure pertaining to logistics

Regulatory and standards requirements pertaining to logistics

Logistic analysis principles and processes

Risks to logistic support

Siting considerations

Organisational role relevant to specialist logistic support

Environment consideration in planning logistic support

Organisational writing conventions

Planning process

Required skills:

Interpret instructions and apply to actions and tasks

Draft and release complex forms of written communication

Use problem-solving skills to apply a broad range of problem-solving strategies

Analyse the complexities of a task such as limitations, freedoms, vulnerabilities, time limitations

Undertake analysis to determine where internal and external factors impact on the logistic support requirements

Use numeracy skills to accurately analyse and validate information

Use organisational skills to manage own planning tasks in concert with organisational requirements

Interpret policies and procedures

Make decisive, informed decisions that align with organisational requirements

Move forward despite the difficulty of the task

Use appropriate information technology and software

Use oral communication skills

Use negotiation skills

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency should be demonstrated on at least one occasion covering the scope of the unit of competence

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Technical and functional siting considerations may include:

access

terrain

hard-standing

drainage

facilities and infrastructure

size

cover and concealment

Logistic element may include:

supply

transport

health

catering

maintenance

This unit contains employability skills.