Defence Careers - Logistics & Administration

Life in a Logistics and Administration role

Logistics and Administration roles vary from physically providing hands‑on support to our personnel and machinery, all the way to those responsible for planning and managing the movement of equipment and people.

The life‑blood of the Defence Force

Nothing happens unless our people have the supplies, teams and equipment they need, exactly when they need them.

13 Roles available in the Logistics & Administration specialisation across All services

General entry

As an Ammunition Technician, you are in charge of keeping the Defence Force armed. You will be responsible for the inspection, bulk storage, field storage, maintenance and disposal of all ammunition and explosives used by the Navy, Army and Air Force.

As a New Zealand Army Officer, you will lead teams in many different types of demanding environments, ensuring they are well‑prepared, resilient, and mission‑ready.

General entry

Get behind the wheel of vehicles you wouldn’t drive in any other career. Take your driving skills to some of the world’s most interesting places.

Moving and managing military hardware, supplies and personnel requires quick thinkers and cool heads. Take the lead in this role that offers travel and challenges.

General entry

Our supply chain is vital for making the Air Force run smoothly and efficiently. As a Logistics Specialist you’ll help organise, buy and manage all the equipment we use, keeping us ready for any eventuality. It’s a varied and exciting career, and one of the most important roles in the Air Force.

General entry

Logistics Specialists ensure our soldiers have enough equipment and supplies to successfully complete any task in both peacetime and on operations. From ammunition and fuel, to spare parts and clothing, it will be your task to ensure the Army has everything it needs to get the job done.

General entry

Be part of a close‑knit, coordinated team that delivers today, to shape tomorrow. Make sure our ships have everything they need while they are at sea, from ship parts to medical supplies.

Working ashore, at sea and overseas, you will train to become an expert at leading and organising the provision of supplies to our ships, bases and personnel.

General entry

You make the Army an effective force by getting them from A to B efficiently. Organise the transport of troops, equipment and vital supplies to places worldwide, including Antarctica, South‑East Asia, the Pacific Islands and the USA.

Army Reserve

Army Reserve

General entry

Writers are part of the Support Branch of the Navy. Organising the pay & administration of a large and complex organisation is a big challenge. Are you up for it?

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