Maritime Logistics Support Operations

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1 CALL defencejobs.gov.au/navy/jobs/maritimelogisticssupportoperations Document generated on Tuesday, 20 September 2016 at 12:33:12 PM Maritime Logistics Support Operations This job provides you an opportunity to use your own flair within the Hospitality environment and contribute to the overall capability of a ship at sea using specialist support roles. Maritime Logistics Support Operations (ML-S) can also expect to conduct Business and Logistics processes through maintaining ships canteen and messes, and provide operational support, to ensure the requirements of the Ship is met. All three roles of the ML-S Category assists capability to ensure the Navy fights and wins at sea. Additional Information IN BRIEF Your main duties in this varied and exciting role will revolve around providing VIP-level hospitality service, ships canteen and hotel management, and events and functions co-ordination and operation. Additionally, at sea you will also become an integral member of your ship's crew, trained in general seamanship duties and given the skills to join medical and flight deck management teams. TRAINING You don't need any previous experience to apply for this wide-ranging position, as the Navy will provide you with expert training that leads to nationally-recognised qualifications in hospitality. Vocational training will set you up for a career in catering and food service; and military training will equip you with the skills and knowledge to fulfil important safety and support roles aboard Navy vessels. LIFESTYLE Life in the Navy is varied and rewarding, and the experiences you'll share at home and overseas will cement friendships that last a lifetime. At sea you'll enjoy travel, adventure, good food, and plenty of time off for rest, relaxation and exercise in onboard gyms. Then when ashore, make the most of the excellent sports, social and entertainment facilities on base, or head out and about with friends and family. WHAT YOU COULD EARN In the Navy you'll receive a competitive salary, generous Super and an excellent range of benefits. You get paid from the day you start training and your salary will increase with rank and experience. MARITIME LOGISTICS SUPPORT OPERATIONS SAILORS can earn over $59,700 p.a. on completion of initial employment training. This salary includes Uniform and Service allowances and applies to full time general entry.

2 Job Details Few days are ever the same for a Maritime Logistics Support Operations submariner. You will have three main areas of responsibility on enlistment: 1. Fulfilling hospitality duties in hotel and restaurant environments; 2. Operating Ships Canteen through business and logistics processes including, sales of stock, inventory management and financial management; and 3. Performing general Medical, flight deck and seamanship support On completion of training,you will be employed in hospitality through table and bar service and event operation, expanding into business transactions through the ships canteen. Opportunities also exist as personal staff for the Governor General, Chief of Navy and for other VIP s. On progression through to the Senior Sailor ranks, you will develop business and logistics skills to run small business such as the Ships Canteen and capture hotel management skills. There are further opportunities to conduct human resource roles and high level overseas positions once you have reach the Senior Sailor level. The three roles Maritime Logistics Support Operations sailors perform in the Navy break down as follows: Hospitality Duties Event management and operations Front of house services such as bar and table service Food service through short order cooking Personal Assistant duties for VIPs Hotel management and operation Business and logistics Duties Operation and management of the ship's canteen Financial management and accounting for ships and establishments Logistics processes such as inventory operation and management Contract management Financial reporting Paying providers Capability Support Duties Ships medical emergency team, which provides medical assistance under the direction of the senior medic on the ship Flight deck team for aviation support on each platform of requirement Seamanship support such as assistance with launching ships and RIBs, and replenishments at sea The general duties you will be expected to conduct are much the same for all sailors. They include: Stores parties Whilst stores parties are normally whole ship evolutions, you may be called upon to provide assistance especially when storing foodstuffs and provisions for use on-board. Whole ship duties Normally encompasses any event that the whole ship is involved in. This can include force protection and, Standing Sea Fire Brigade duties... Ceremonial duties Maritime Logistics Support Operations sailors may be called upon to provide assistance in this area as part of Federation guard, shore patrols and other ceremonial duties.

3 Choose All Entry Types above to view information covering all methods of entry. Or select a specific entry method. (Reserve) Navy Reserve ML-S are employed to provide professional hospitality services for the Navy. They are responsible for the efficient operation of the Navy dining and living areas, where many official functions are hosted. ML-S are posted to every Major Fleet Unit, Mine Hunter Coastal, Hydrographic Ship and the majority of shore establishments. Entry General Entry (Non-Technical Trades) is the term used to describe the non-technical jobs available to people entering the Navy as Sailors (non-officer entry) and for which trade training is provided. Each Sailor job in the Navy is referred to as a category; for example, Boatswain's Mate is a category. Non-Technical Sailors perform a wide range of tasks in support of Navy operations. General Entry (Non-Technical Trades) Sailors graduate from recruit training with the rank of Seaman Star and generally progress to Able Seaman after 12 months of effective service following completion of employment training. Further promotion to Leading Seaman, Petty Officer, Chief Petty Officer and Warrant Officer is based on merit and takes into consideration performance, time in rank, individual readiness (medical, dental, physical fitness) and vacancies. There is considerable variation between categories. However, as a guide, the following minimum times are spent in each rank: Recruit to Seaman Star (Unqualified) - 11 weeks (length of Military Training course); Seaman Star (Unqualified) to Seaman - Length of Employment Training course; Seaman to Able Seaman - 12 months after completion of employment training course; Able Seaman to Leading Seaman - minimum of 2 years; Leading Seaman to Petty Officer - minimum of 4 years; Petty Officer to Chief Petty Officer - minimum of 4 years; and Chief Petty Officer to Warrant Officer - minimum of 4 years. Leading Seamen are referred to as Junior Non-Commissioned Officers. Leading Seamen are the first line of supervisors in the chain of command and as such have an important role in the maintenance of good order and discipline among their subordinates. They are expected to provide an important role model for subordinates. Petty Officers are members of the company of senior sailors. Petty Officers perform management and technical specialist duties within their category. Their positions will involve personal accountability. Chief Petty Officers are also members of the company of senior sailors and are required to demonstrate a well developed capacity for self directed work and a high degree of applied professional theoretical knowledge and well developed supervisory competence. Warrant Officer is the most senior sailor rank. They are required to possess superior leadership and professional qualities. Warrant Officers may undertake planning, creative research and problem solving activities. Their positions often involve a significant degree of personal accountability. The opportunity to transfer to commissioned officer is open to all sailors of Able Seaman rank and above who possess the necessary educational qualifications and personal attributes. Irrespective of category, sailors' duties are just as important as specialist duties. Therefore on a ship, all sailors will perform such activities as: Fire Fighting - containment and extinguishing of all types of fires; First Aid - knowledge and application of basic first-aid medical skills; Duty Watch - member of the overnight security, fire fighting and emergency party; Communal Duties - working in teams to help clean and maintain all work and living areas; Damage Control - assisting with ship damage emergency repairs; Replenishment at Sea - assisting with the re-supply of ships at sea; Ship Husbandry - maintenance and upkeep of ships' surfaces, fittings and equipment; and

4 Physical Fitness - All members of the Navy are required to maintain an appropriate level of physical fitness. Physical fitness is tested on an annual basis. While in a shore establishment, in addition to normal day to day employment, all sailors will perform: Duty Watch - member of the overnight security, fire fighting and emergency party (including first aid) on a roster basis. Direct Entry to Submarines During your application phase you will be required to undertake additional psychological and aptitude tests to assess your initial suitability for entry to submarines. What kind of people does the Submarine service want? Service in submarines is extremely demanding, both emotionally and physically. Submariners work and live in very close proximity to each other and personal privacy is extremely limited. Submarine personnel work long hours and are constantly subjected to emotional and physical pressures not found in surface ships. Many a new recruit to the Submarine Arm of the Royal Australian Navy believes that he /she has what it takes to become a good submariner. However, until you have been tested and have experienced the arduous conditions and life inside a submarine, you won't fully appreciate the difficulties. Today's Submariner is a unique breed of sailor/officer. They have met the challenges, been tested to the limits of their endurance and abilities and found to have what it takes to be members of a very demanding arm of the Royal Australian Navy. If you think you have what it takes, then you must be prepared for some very demanding personal challenges throughout your training and employment. Basic submarine training is intense, culminating in a rigorous at sea training lasting up to 12 weeks. After qualification, you are a member of the Submariner group and entitled to wear the "Dolphins," a badge of distinction. (Reserve) As a trained member of the Active Naval Reserve, you are obligated to serve a minimum of 20 days per year but you may work up to 200 days per financial year in approved positions. Unlike the Army and Air Force that set aside specific days for meeting minimum attendance requirement, in the Navy you will have to seek employment in either Funded Reserve Commitment positions, Project work or Permanent Navy vacancies. This means that you will effectively contribute to Navy capability rather than just parading. You will be assisted to find work by either your category sponsor or through advertising material provided to Reserves on a weekly basis. Reserve personnel may volunteer for a period of full-time service with the Permanent Navy, provided the member's services are required. Further information on part-time ADF careers can be found by accessing the Defence Reserves Support Council website. The Council promotes the benefits of Reserve service by establishing partnerships with the community and employers. Pay & Allowances Salary while undertaking Military (Recruit) Training: $1,379 per fortnight ($35,854 per year).* Salary while undertaking Initial Employment Training: $1,576 per fortnight ($40,976 per year).* While under training, you will also receive $388 per fortnight ($10,086 per year pro rata) Trainee Allowance. To assist you in maintaining your uniforms in good order and condition, you will also receive a Uniform Allowance of $16 per fortnight ($419 per year).

5 Salary (excluding allowances) on completion of Initial Employment Training: $1,847 per fortnight ($48,029 per year).* In addition to your salary, you will receive Service Allowance of $517 per fortnight ($13,448 per year) except while undertaking Military (Initial) or Employment training. This allowance compensates a member for the unique requirements that service life may impose on an individual and his or her family. Each General Entry job in the Australian Defence Force is classified into a pay grade. This particular job is classified as a Pay Grade 2 occupation, with the following progressions as applicable: Support Operations Grade 1 Pay Grade 2; Support Operations Grade 2 Pay Grade 2; Suppport Operations Grade 3 Pay Grade 2; Support Operations Grade 4 Pay Grade 3; and Support Operations Grade 5 Pay Grade 3. Salary will continue to increase based on rank and the number of years of service completed in that rank. Pay Grade may also increase following the acquisition of additional skills and completion of advanced courses. Refer to the Salary Scales for further details. * Note: These figures do not include compulsory deductions for taxation; meals, accommodation and utilities (as applicable); or superannuation. (Reserve) Salary while undertaking Military (Recruit) Training: $98.23 per day tax free. Salary while undertaking or waiting to complete Employment Training: $ per day tax free. Each General Entry job in the Australian Defence Force is classified into a pay grade. This particular job is classified as a Pay Grade 2 occupation. Members of the Reserve on part-time service are paid at a daily rate of pay and on completion of training, this occupation attracts a starting rate of $ per day tax free. In addition to your salary, a Reserve Allowance of $27.63 per day is payable to compensate for the unique demands of Reserve Service. General Requirements Age Requirement Applicants must be aged between 17 and 54 years of age inclusive on day of entry. Applicants will not be allowed to enter the ADF until they achieve a minimum of 17 years of age, however they may be able to initiate the application process from 16 years and six months of age, depending upon the capacity of their local recruiting centre. (Reserve) Applicants must be aged between 17 and 61 years inclusive. Applicants will not normally be allowed to enter the ADF until they achieve a minimum of 17 years of age, however they may be able to initiate the application process from 16 years and six months of age, depending upon the capacity of their local recruiting centre.

6 Citizenship Requirement Only Australian citizens are permitted to serve in the ADF. If you are a Permanent Resident of Australia, the ADF may consider a temporary waiver of the citizenship requirement if the position for which you are applying cannot be filled by an applicant who meets all the citizenship requirements, and then only in exceptional circumstances. You will be required to obtain Australian citizenship as early as possible following enlistment or appointment. Find out more in our Recruitment Centre or ask your local Defence Force Recruiting Centre. Security Requirement The Department of Defence requires ADF entrants to attain a security clearance appropriate to their avenue of entry. A process of background checks, collection of relevant information and, as required, interviews enables the Regional Security Office to make an informed assessment of an applicant's suitability for a security clearance Current policy requires applicants for this particular avenue of entry to have lived in Australia for the preceding 10 years, or have a checkable background for this period. Aptitude Requirement The application process to join the Australian Defence Force requires you to complete a series of aptitude tests including verbal, spatial and numerical ability and a general maths test. Some jobs may also require you to complete additional testing at a later date. Psychology support staff will explain what is involved with each test. The aptitude tests provide information about your suitability for the Defence Force and for particular jobs. Further information on the aptitude testing requirements can be found here. Education & Experience For Maritime Logistics Support, the minimum educational standard is successful completion of Year 10 level, with passes in English and Mathematics, or If you do not satisfy the education requirements for this trade or do not possess evidence of your educational attainment there is an alternative pathway available to you. You may be eligible to sit an Alternative Education Equivalency (AEE) assessment to ascertain your ability at the required educational level for this trade. Further information is available here. (Reserve)

7 Must have successfully completed a minimum of Year 10 with a pass in English and Mathematics. Any form of Maths eg. Maths in Society, Social Maths is acceptable for non-tech entry. A Certificate in Adult General Education (CAGE) is an acceptable education substitute for the Year 10 Certificate for Mathematics and English. Medical & Fitness Requirements, (Reserve) To be appointed, you must be medically and physically fit for entry into the ADF. This is partially assessed from the completion of an extensive questionnaire covering your medical history, followed by a physical examination. You must also pass the swim test and physical fitness test to graduate from your Navy Training and to proceed to the Safety of Life at Sea Training that is a requirement for Recruit School and Officer training. Royal Australian Navy Swim Test (RANST) The RANST is conducted to ensure the Navy s duty of care to all serving personnel, with respect to rudimentary swimming skills. The purpose of the RANST is to ensure fundamental water survival skills as a prerequisite to training such as survival at sea training. Individual components of the RANST are fundamentally related to the survival at sea scenario. Competency in the RANST is achieved through successful completion of each component comprising: a safety jump off a 3m tower in overalls; a 10m underwater swim in overalls; a 50m swim using three safety strokes; and the ability to tread water or float for 15 mins (removal of overalls optional). Note: You will find it much easier to pass the swimming test if you undertake swimming training before you join. All personnel will undertake the RANST upon entry and competency is to be achieved within 15 weeks from commencement of initial training. Failure of any one component will constitute failure of the entire RANST and no waivers will be granted. For more details on medical and physical standards refer to 'Physical Fitness Standards for Entry into the ADF' and 'Medical Process for Entry into the ADF'. Period of Service You will be enlisted for an Initial Minimum Period of Service (IMPS) of four years. On enlistment if you elect to serve an open ended enlistment, you will be able to serve until retirement age, subject to your continued suitability for service. If you elect to serve for a fixed period of service, subsequent periods of service may be offered subject to the requirements of the ADF and your suitability for further service. Your Careers Counsellor can advise on how IMPS will relate to your chosen occupation. (Reserve) You will be enlisted for a fixed period of service of 3 years. Subsequent periods of service may be offered subject to the requirements of the ADF and your suitability for further service.

8 Additional Requirements, (Reserve) Royal Australian Navy Swim Test (RANST) The RANST is conducted to ensure the Navy s duty of care to all serving personnel, with respect to rudimentary swimming skills. The purpose of the RANST is to ensure fundamental water survival skills as a prerequisite to training such as survival at sea training. Individual components of the RANST are fundamentally related to the survival at sea scenario. Competency in the RANST is achieved through successful completion of each component comprising: safety jump, underwater front scull swim of 10 metres, continuous swim for 50 metres, and treading water to remain afloat for 15 minutes. All personnel will undertake the RANST upon entry and competency is to be achieved within 15 weeks from commencement of initial training. Failure of any one component will constitute failure of the entire RANST and no waivers will be granted. It is therefore strongly advised that all candidates considering entry to the Royal Australian Navy are either proficient with or are working towards gaining swimming skills. Military Training Duration: 11 weeks Location: Crib Point, Victoria The Recruit School at HMAS CERBERUS is situated on Western Port Bay, Victoria about 70 kilometres south east of Melbourne. The school has its own administration building, accommodation blocks and classrooms and operates as an independent unit within the greater training environment of HMAS CERBERUS. The eleven week Recruit Course is designed to give you sufficient knowledge and skills on which to base your navy career. The course includes both classroom and practical activities. Most subjects are individually tested. Examinations are set to ensure Recruits are sufficiently prepared to undertake further specialist training at category schools. Private study areas are available in the school and a Duty Instructor is available for assistance during non-instructional hours. When you are offered a General Entry job in the Navy, you will receive Joining Instructions for the Recruit Training Course. These instructions will provide you with a good indication of the daily routine while at the Recruit School and what will be expected of you during your training. This information is also available by accessing the Navy Recruit School web site. Recruits who successfully complete the course, including the Navy Swimming Test, participate in a Graduation Parade, which is normally held on the Friday of the last week of training. Recruits will have the opportunity to invite family and friends to view the parade. After Graduation personnel will be posted to category schools at HMAS CERBERUS or at other training establishments throughout Australia. During Military (Initial Recruit) Training and (Initial) Employment Training, members may be required to pay a contribution towards meals, accommodation and utilities, depending on a number of factors. (Reserve) Reserve Entry Recruit Course (RERC) All Reserve Entry Recruits attend the Navy Recruit School, at HMAS CERBERUS in Victoria where they undertake the Reserve Entry Recruit Course.

9 The course consists of two separate Phases of in-house training: i.e. 1 x 3 week training block followed by a further 2 weeks undertaken at a later stage. The combining of the 2 phases into one continuous 5 Week block of training is also possible however guidelines exist Please see below for these. Two Phase Method of Training During Phase 1 of training, Reserve Entry Recruits will team up with their full time colleagues and undertake the first 3 weeks of enlistment. Lessons in Basic Naval Knowledge, Swimming, Physical Fitness and Parade Training will be covered. At the end of the 3rd week (19 days after enlistment), students will travel home having completed Phase 1 of their training. Reserve Entry Recruits will then be later required to return to HMAS CERBERUS to complete their 2nd and final Phase of training at a time that suits both the Recruit School s program and themselves. Phase 2 consists of a further 2 weeks (13 days) of in-house training at HMAS Cerberus where students are taught First Aid, Combat Survival and Survival at Sea skills. On the successful completion of Phase 2, students will graduate from the Reserve Entry Recruit Course and travel home. Depending on their chosen field, further category specific training or Qualified Reserve Employment can then be pursued. 5 Week Continuous Training Method If class sizes and the Recruit School Training Program allows, Reserve Applicants may request to conduct their 2 Phases of training in one continuous 5 week block of instruction. This method will require students to change classes at the end of their 3rd week to allow the Phase 2 proficiencies to be obtained. If this method is desired, applicants are required to first check with their Defence Force Recruiting Centre to ensure that a 5 Week Continuous Training program is available. Employment Training ADF Initial Support Operations Course - 8 Weeks The Initial ML-S Operators Course is conducted at a civilian TAFE in Victoria in conjunction with the ADF School of Catering, HMAS Cerberus, Westernport Victoria. The course concentrates on the acquisition of catering skills necessary to perform the tasks of a ML-S. The training is divided into two phases. Phase One: An eight week intensive TAFE course (outsourced to a civilian TAFE in Victoria) focusing on developing trainees in the skills required by the Industry and ADF Competency standards. Initial ML-S are signed up in a Traineeship with Apprenticeships Victoria and will be awarded a civilian qualification upon completion of this phase. The Trainees will complete the following modules that comprise Defence Enterprise standards: Work effectively with others; Show social and cultural sensitivity ; Participate in safe work practices ; Source and use information on the hospitality industry ; Use hygienic practices for food safety ; Prepare simple dishes ; Clean kitchen premises and equipment ; Receive and store stock ; Work effectively in hospitality services ; Prepare appetisers and salads ; Serve food and beverage to customers ; Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol ; Produce dishes using basic methods of cookery ; Participate in safe food handling practices ; Use food preparation equipment ; Clean and tidy bar areas ; Operate a bar ; Process financial transactions ; Coach others in job skills ; Manage conflict ; and Provide service to customers. On completion of the ADF Initial Support Operations Course trainees are awarded the Certificate III in Hospitality through Holmesglen Institute.

10 Phase Two: ML-S Sailors will then conduct Maritime specific training at HMAS CERBERUS for eight days. This comprises the following modules: Provide valet service; Wardroom and canteen waste control procedures; RAN stewarding skills and knowledge; Provide housekeeping services; Basic service funds theory ; and Basic service funds systems. Phase Three: ML-S Sailors will conduct Ships Medical Emergency Team Training at either HMAS Penguin or Stirling for a period of 10 days. This course comprises of: Conduct complete casualty assessment and determine injuries and treatment priorities; Ventilate a patient using Pocket mask, Air-viva & Oxy-viva; Perform First Aid treatment for a trauma victim; Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation; Perform First Aid for casualty's envenomated by venomous creatures; Describe in writing the First Aid treatment for a patient suffering - Hypothermia and Hyperthermia; Manage a casualty with chemical, radiation or atmospheric contaminated related injuries Prepare Battle Dressing Station / Emergency Operating Station to receive casualties; Prepare medications for administration as directed by Medical Staff; Prepare an Intravenous Therapy Line for infusion and maintain drip flow rate; and Participate in a Mass Casualty Incident. On completion of training, rated Seaman ML-S will be posted to naval establishments or ships in FBE Sydney or FBW Western Australia. (Reserve) On commencement of employment at a ship or base, it will be necessary to commence the basic RAN ML-S Competency Task Journal (CTJ). Where applicable, the Supply School will grant recognition of prior learning (RPL) for qualifications gained prior to joining the RAN, thereby reducing the amount of tasks required to complete the CTJ. Further Training Within the training framework, personnel in the ADF must comply with Competency Based Training Assessment that certifies personnel progression through maintenance of a Capability Evidence Journal. ML-S who successfully complete and are competitive for promotion may be selected to return to the ADF School of Catering for further training. The ML-S Supervisors course (as a guide, this can be achieved approximately 4 years after category training) is provided for Able Seaman promoting to Leading Seaman. The training focuses on developing the following skills: Supervisory accounting, business and logistics practices; Hygiene practices Event Management; and Supervision of people. Completion of parts 1, 2 and 3 of a Competency Task Journal, successful completion of ML-S Supervisors Course and Leading Seaman Promotion Course (LSPC) will satisfy eligibility for promotion to Leading Seamen Support Operations. Advanced training through the ML-S Managers Course is provided for Leading Seaman promoting to Petty Officer (as a guide, this can be achieved approximately 8 years after category training). The training focuses on developing the following skills: Accounting small Business (Advanced); Develop and Implement Operational Plans; Canteen and Mess through Small Business Management training; Manage Human Resources; Contract Management; and Provide Quality Client Service.

11 Completion of the ML-S Supervisor Capability Evidence Journal and successful completion of ML-S Managers Course and Petty Officers Promotion Course (POPC) will satisfy eligibility for promotion to Petty Officer Support Operations. Completion of the Chief Petty Officer Promotion Course (CPOPC) will satisfy eligibility for promotion to Chief Petty Officer Support Operations (as a guide, promotion to Chief Petty Officer can be achieved approximately 12 years after category training). Completion of the Warrant Officers Promotion Course (WOPC) will satisfy eligibility for promotion to Warrant Officer (as a guide, promotion to Warrant Officer can be achieved approximately 17 years after category training). Further training may be required though specified posting requirements. Employment Location Sailors can serve in establishments HMAS Kuttabul and HMAS Watson in Sydney, HMAS Stirling in Western Australia, HMAS Cerberus in Melbourne, and HMAS Cairns. Sea positions exist on both the eastern and western sea board, as well as Cairns. As you progress into management, the positions available expand to include Darwin. National Qualifications Maritime Logistics Support Operations are awarded a Certificate III in Hospitality through Chisholm Institute on successful completion of initial category training. Opportunity exists for Maritime Logistics Support Operations to gain further qualifications throughout their career. Qualifications or units of competency achieved from Navy delivered training are issued by the Royal Australian Navy, which is a nationally Registered Training Organisation. Defence Force Recruiting disseminates information free of charge for the benefit of the public. Defence Force Recruiting monitors the quality of the information available on this website and updates the information regularly. However, Defence Force Recruiting gives no express or implied warranties, and makes no representations, in relation to this website or the accuracy, reliability, currency or completeness of any material contained on this website or on any linked site. For more information see