This unit was developed for emerging logistics specialists who need an understanding of the functions and activities of the wider organisation but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

Typically these individuals must demonstrate the ability to work independently or as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Access and interpret relevant logistics information

1.1 Relevant logistics requirements are identified and obtained

1.2 Logistics information obtained is analysed to determine the relevance and application to the organisation

1.3 Outcomes of the analysis are documented and recommendations relevant to logistics are determined

2Use knowledge of logistics

2.1 Logistics requirements and recommendations relevant to work are applied in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Effectiveness of the recommendations is assessed, reviewed and recorded in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.3 Recommendations are adjusted if required and documented for future application in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Logistics information or information systems

Logistics knowledge relevant to the work performed

Logistics relevant to logistics support to capability and logistics support to operations

Safety, legislative and statutory requirements, including environmental, sustainability issues relevant to logistics

Required skills:

Undertake, analyse and interpret logistics information to determine where internal and external factors impact on the logistics requirements, and adjust planning accordingly

Consult and negotiate with key stakeholders (both internal and external) and resolve any potential areas of conflict or concern to ensure that overall objectives are achieved

Display resilience by continuing to move forward despite criticism or setbacks

Focus on clear communication of key logistics information, present information confidently and select the appropriate medium for communication to a range of audiences

Identify the relationship between organisational goals and recognise how own work contributes to the achievement of those goals

Use appropriate information technology and software

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

adhere to relevant logistics requirements

apply knowledge of logistics to assist in work and to guide problem solving

demonstrate understanding of personal role in relation to wider organisational or project context

Competency should be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment

Access is required to:

computer and relevant software

legislation, guidelines, procedures and protocols relating to logistics

plans

workplace documentation

Method of assessment

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

Where possible, assessment should be supported by questions to assess required knowledge. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands such as literacy and the needs of particular groups

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this unit of competency may include a combination of methods such as:

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training programs

case studies

demonstration

feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability

observation

portfolios

projects

questioning

reviews or reports prepared by the candidate

scenarios

simulation or role plays

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

Logistics may include:

logistics support to capability

logistics support to operations and logistics systems

Organisation may include:

enterprises that work in logistics

other government departments or instrumentalities that require logistics support

Organisational policy and procedures may include:

Australian Standards

international standards

organisational instructions and standards

This unit contains employability skills.