Job Description

Austability GmbH, a leading European Defence contracting organisation, is seeking an experienced Resource & Logistics Coordinator to provide comprehensive resource planning, workforce scheduling, and logistics coordination for operations across US military training installations in Bavaria, Germany. This appointment represents an opportunity to assume a critical coordination role within a high-value Defence contract supporting a Military Training Command. The successful candidate will join a proven organisation with an established track record of delivering quality-assured logistics support services to military clients.

The Role

Reporting to the Deputy Portfolio Manager, the Resource & Logistics Coordinator holds accountability for personnel scheduling, equipment management, and government property accountability across three Bavarian training areas:

Grafenwohr (GTA), Hohenfels (HTA), and Ansbach (ATA).
The role encompasses 24/7 workforce planning, vehicle fleet management, subcontractor coordination, and maintaining operational continuity across six service pillars.

Key Accountabilities:

Development and maintenance of personnel schedules ensuring 24/7 operational coverage across all sites Coordination of shift patterns, rotations, and relief coverage for food service, custodial, transportation, equipment distribution, forklift, and fuel distribution operations Management of vehicle fleet operations including buses, cargo trucks, and forklifts Maintenance of 95% equipment availability through preventative maintenance coordination Implementation of 24-hour vehicle replacement protocols and backup equipment positioning Government property accountability, inventory reconciliation, and property reporting Subcontractor performance monitoring and scheduling alignment Support of team retention initiatives contributing to organisational targets

Candidate Profile

Professional Experience:

Minimum 5 years' experience in resource planning and logistics coordination Minimum 3 years' experience in workforce scheduling for 24/7 operations Experience with government property management and accountability Demonstrated experience managing vehicle fleets and equipment inventories Experience working within Defence or government contracting environments Experience coordinating subcontractor performance and deliverables


Qualifications:


Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, or related field Proficiency in scheduling software and resource management systems Professional certification in logistics or supply chain management advantageous (e.g., CILT, APICS) Valid driver's licence


Languages:


Fluent English (essential) German language proficiency (advantageous)


Leadership Competencies:


Exceptional organisational capabilities with proven ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders Strong problem-solving skills with proactive approach to operational challenges Effective communication across geographically dispersed teams and sites Ability to work autonomously whilst maintaining alignment with operational objectives Adaptability to Defence contracting environments and 24/7 operational requirements * Commitment to accuracy in scheduling, property accountability, and reporting