Logistics Storeperson, Youth Development Unit

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The Youth Development Unit (YDU) is responsible for providing support to the NZDF for the provision of training to selected elements of New Zealand’s youth, these being Limited Services Volunteer (LSV), and Youth Life Skills (YLS) Schemes. YDU is a NZDF Unit with staff from Navy, Army, Air Force and Defence Civilians.

This role is tasked with the coordination of the day-to-day logistical support for our Unit. A large part of this role is to ensure effective and efficient provision of stores and equipment for civilian youth programmes such as LSV and YLS.

Day to day duties will find you:

• Updating and maintaining logistics store records and unit vehicle records.
• Managing the maintenance of unit vehicles.
• Logistics store housekeeping, health and safety.
• Liaising with military and civilian stakeholders.
• Ensuring all equipment held within the store is maintained in a fit for use condition.
• Processing and coordinating stores and equipment requirements in a timely and effective manner, and
• Providing face to face customer service to internal/external stakeholders.

Due to the nature of this role, there is no option to work remotely.

The salary for this role ranges from $62,075 to $68,852, inclusive of a 4% superannuation contribution. Appointments within this range are based on skills and experience.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You are a proactive people-person with the ability to work in a varied environment. You will be a confident communicator, able to liaise and build relationships with your many customers.

A background in customer services using computer applications for inventory would be advantageous.

You will also:

• Be a quick learner of computer applications; knowledge of SAP would be advantageous.
• Have an administration or customer service background,
• Confidently communicate with a diverse range of people (military/civilian).
• Have a logistics/supply background (ideally Army, desired but not essential).
• Have a basic knowledge of inventory/stocktake.
• Have attention to detail, and
• Demonstrate a can-do attitude.

Please note :

• You will need to have the ability to lift heavy and awkward items.
• You need to have a clean Class 1 Full Driver’s Licence and hold or the ability to gain other licence endorsements.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Applications close on Thursday 22 October 2026.

Use the links on this page where you’ll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

Please Note:

• All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description.
• Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

NZDF Employees/Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.

NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website.

NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.

Please Note:

To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here’s what you need to know:

Low Level Security Clearance

• You must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
• At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.
• You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.