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Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Edinburgh, South Australia Job ID BOE-1909919 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Feb. 23, 2026
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Job Description

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Location:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1909919
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The Opportunity

Join a world-class team sustaining the Royal Australian Air Force's airborne surveillance, communications and maritime patrol capability — the P‑8A Poseidon. We are seeking an Shipping & Receiving Specialist to join the P‑8A Team.  In this role you will provide warehousing expertise for our Australian Customer.

This position is based at RAAF Base Edinburgh SA.

Why this role matters

This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient management of receipt, dispatch, and inventory control activities. Ideal candidates will possess experience in material management, warehousing, basic freight booking, operation of manual handling equipment, and preferably, familiarity with Oracle E-Business Suite applications.

Your work ensures the fleet can meet evolving threats and mission demands across the globe, directly contributing to operational success and the ongoing safety of aircrew and ADF personnel.

As a Shipping & Receiving Specialist at Boeing you will:

  • Processing inventory management system transactions to support project activities as required;
  • Management and control of inventory accounts including serviceable, repairable, quarantine and disposal accounts in accordance with Boeing and Defence policy and procedures;
  • Gaining knowledge and experience in all aspects of receipt, storage, handling, packaging & shipping and issuing of inventory at the project warehouse facility;
  • Assisting multiple stakeholders, both internal and external.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in supply support roles and functions;
  • Forklift license preferred, but not essential;
  • Desire to gain in-depth knowledge and experience with computerised inventory management systems and methodologies;
  • Demonstrates strong communication skills, enabling open and effective communication among stakeholders;
  • Competent in the use of PC, MS Windows and MS Office suite;

Security requirement

  • Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location

  • Based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, Adelaide.

Boeing values that guides the work we do

  • Integrity — We are honest, transparent and accountable.
  • Safety — We always put safety first in design, manufacturing and operations.
  • Quality — We deliver products and processes that meet the highest standards.
  • Customer focus — We aim to understand and exceed our customers' mission needs.
  • Teamwork & One Boeing — We collaborate across teams and partners to accomplish shared goals.
  • Inclusion & Respect — We value diverse perspectives and create an environment where everyone can contribute.

Apply now If you're ready to contribute technical expertise that enables safe, effective P‑8A operations and supports Australia's maritime security — and to do so guided by Boeing's core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship — we want to hear from you.

Join us — take part in protecting Australia's borders and maintaining one of the world's premier maritime patrol fleets.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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