This unit was developed for logistics specialists working within materiel logistics 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.

This unit cannot be used in a qualification in which TLIY208A Contribute to materiel logistics strategies has been used.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Analyse the materiel logistics environment

1.1 Operational concept of the materiel and materiel systems are analysed, and key factors and issues are identified for consideration and/or response

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

1.3 Key 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 logistics activity are identified and analysed

2Develop materiel logistics strategies

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

2.2 Strategic objectives are defined and documented in materiel logistics strategies

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

3Establish priorities for materiel logistics strategies

3.1 Strategic priorities are developed and documented that support the organisation's materiel logistics objectives

3.2 Strategic priorities are analysed to ensure they reflect the capability requirements of key stakeholders, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.3 Opportunities for strategic alliances and cooperative ventures are incorporated into the strategies

4Communicate materiel logistics strategies

4.1 Strategies are explained to key stakeholders

4.2 Strategies are promoted across the organisation through a variety of communication channels, in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

5Evaluate materiel logistics strategies

5.1 Materiel logistics strategies are regularly evaluated in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

5.2 Strategies are amended and documented 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:

Acquisition processes

Business processes

Capability performance measurement

Codification and cataloguing processes

External environment scanning relating to environmental, sustainable, social, political economic and technological developments

Industrial base capability

Integrated logistics support

International agreements and arrangements

Interoperability

Legislative and regulatory environment as it pertains to materiel logistics

Costing which may include life cycle costing

Logistics support analysis principles and processes

Logistics governance

Materiel logistics

Materiel system components

Organisational policy and procedures

Outsourcing/in-sourcing

Performance management techniques

Project management

Risk management

Strategic planning methodologies

Supply chain concepts

Technical regulation

Value chain concepts

Required skills:

Align materiel logistics strategy to the strategic objectives of the organisation

Analyse materiel logistics information to determine where internal and external factors impact on the materiel logistics environment, and adjust strategic planning activities accordingly

Apply project management knowledge in formulating materiel logistics strategies

Build and sustain positive relationships with team members, stakeholders and clients

Commit to action, even in cases of limited information and conditions of uncertainty

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

Display resilience by continuing to move forward despite criticism or setbacks

Effectively manage materiel logistics contracts and their deliverables

Exercise judgement by using intelligence and commonsense to shape strategic thinking

Identify, assess and prioritise competing objectives

Manage time, and prioritise work to ensure objectives are met in accordance with required schedule

Prepare complex and sensitive material; present information confidently; and select the appropriate medium for maximum communication effect to influence a range of audiences

Review and analyse performance measurement data to guide and direct the team to ensure objectives are measured against defined parameters

Source information on best practice approaches adopted in both the public and private sectors, demonstrating an insight into how industry operates and the business drivers that influence industry with their dealings

Undertake research and analysis about operational concepts and strategic objectives to determine the impacts on the materiel logistics environment

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

identify and evaluate priorities, and adjust them as necessary to ensure they meet objectives

analyse and evaluate outcomes

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 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 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 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

Key stakeholders may include:

capability manager

contractors

customers

project managers

regulators

subordinates

supervisors

suppliers

Organisational policy and procedures may include:

Australian Standards

international standards

integrated logistics support

logistics support analysis

organisational instructions and standards

Legislation 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

Strategic alliances and cooperative ventures may include:

relatively enduring inter-organisational cooperative arrangements, involving flows and linkages that utilise resources and/or governance structures from autonomous organisations, for the joint accomplishment of individual goals linked to the corporate mission of each sponsoring organisation

Communication channels may include:

electronic

media

plans

publications

verbal

written

Processes for the evaluation may include:

balanced score card measures

conformance reports

customer feedback

gap analysis

key performance indicators

variance analysis

This unit contains employability skills.