This unit was developed for materiel sustainment specialists working within materiel logistics but is applicable to any individual in broader logistic roles.

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

1Analyse the materiel sustainment environment

1.1 Operation of the materiel sustainment environment is analysed and key factors and issues are identified

1.2 External and internal factors likely to impact on materiel sustainment needs and capabilities are continually monitored and analysed

1.3 Stakeholders are identified and consulted on materiel and materiel systems needs and capabilities, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

1.4 Legislation and organisational policy and procedures that may impact on materiel sustainment activity are identified and analysed

2Develop materiel sustainment processes and procedures

2.1 Consultation and negotiation with stakeholders is conducted in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Materiel sustainment processes for materiel and materiel systems are developed and documented in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.3 Costing analysis of options is undertaken and documented in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.4 Procedures required to support the processes are identified, developed and documented

2.5 Processes and procedures are approved in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3Communicate materiel sustainment processes and procedures

3.1 Stakeholders are fully informed of the outcomes, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.2 Materiel sustainment processes and procedures are promulgated in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.3 Materiel sustainment processes and procedures are reviewed 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:

Codification and cataloguing processes

Contract management to develop materiel sustainment

Logistics support analysis principles and processes

Management processes to develop materiel sustainment

Materiel sustainment process and procedures

Organisational policy and procedures

Organisational role relevant to materiel sustainment

Performance measurement as it relates to materiel sustainment

Product knowledge related to systems and/or equipment in service in the organisation

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

Required skills:

Apply materiel sustainment and project management knowledge in developing processes and procedures

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

Demonstrate an understanding of the strategic objectives of the organisation, and identify long-term factors and external considerations that need to be taken into consideration when developing materiel processes and procedures

Develop processes and procedures that can be readily understood by those responsible for action

Display resilience by continuing to move forward despite criticism or setbacks; remain positive and respond to pressure in a controlled manner

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

Undertake performance measurement to enable objectives to be measured against defined parameters

Undertake research and analysis to determine internal and external factors that impact on the materiel sustainment program, and incorporate into processes and procedures accordingly

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 occupational health and safety requirements

analyse materiel sustainment environment

identify requirements for processes and procedures and adjust them as necessary to ensure effective and efficient performance of the processes

initiate and efficiently monitor processes

initiate any remedial action required

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 materiel sustainment

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.

Materiel sustainment may include:

the management and provision of products and services needed to meet the preparedness and performance requirements of a materiel system from the time of acceptance into operational service until disposal at minimised life cycle cost. Material sustainment may also be referred to as asset management and includes components of: sustainment management, engineering support, maintenance support, supply support and planning for disposal and/or carrying out end of life tasks

Stakeholders may include:

capability manager

contractors

customers

project managers

regulators

regulatory authorities

subordinates

supervisors

suppliers

team members

Materiel may include:

all items (including ships, tanks, self-propelled weapon, aircraft etc. and related spares, repair parts and support equipment but excluding real property, installations and utilities) necessary to equip, operate, maintain and support designated activities without distinction as to its application for administrative or operational purposes

Organisational policy and procedure may include:

Australian Standards

international standards

logistical support analysis

organisational instructions and standards

Legislative requirements may include:

regulations related to such matters as export and import licensing, taxes and duties

relevant federal, state and local government legislation and regulations including certification requirements

Costing may include:

labour

life cycle costs

money

outlay of expenditure

resources

time

Promulgated may include:

authorised

documented

endorsed

issued

published

This unit contains employability skills.