Logistics Support Specialist (Emirati Talent)

External Job Description

About EDGE Group 

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.
Together, we are shaping the future.

About the Job

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Logistics Support Specialist to assist in the coordination and planning of logistics support for military activities. This role works closely with military personnel, contractors and internal support teams to ensure that all supplies, equipment, transport, medical support, and associated services are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered. The role plays a key part in maintaining operational readiness through strong oversight of logistics activity and timely resolution of issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and coordination of logistics support for military exercises, training events and operational activities 
• Translate operational requirements into practical logistics plans, schedules and support arrangements 
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure resources, services and support requirements are aligned to activity needs 
• Monitor logistics implementation and highlight risks, delays or changes impacting delivery 
• Coordinate supply, equipment, vehicle and service support including storage, distribution, issue and replenishment activities 
• Support visibility of stock levels, asset movements and service support requirements 
• Assist in coordinating medical and ambulance support requirements, ensuring appropriate coverage and escalation of risks 
• Support ammunition forecasting, record keeping and compliance with procedures 
• Assist in transport and movement coordination for personnel, equipment and materials, tracking deliveries and resolving issues 
• Act as a liaison between military personnel, contractors and internal teams, ensuring clear, timely and respectful communication across all stakeholders 
• Monitor logistics activity against plans, maintaining accurate records, reports and tracking information 
• Ensure all activities comply with safety, security and operational requirements, supporting contingency planning and issue resolution 
• Contribute to continuous improvement in logistics efficiency, coordination and delivery performance 

About you

• Proven experience in logistics, supply support, transport coordination or operational support 
• Experience within defence, government, or contractor-led environments.
• Strong experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders in complex environments 
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and planning documentation 
• Comfortable working in a civilian role supporting military activities 
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Why Choose EDGE? 

Working at EDGE comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependants, and education allowances for your children.

But the real investment goes further than compensation. Through our own learning academy and digital learning platform, there are extensive opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Add to that the freedom to innovate, strong career guidance, and the chance to work alongside world-class talent from across the globe, and EDGE becomes a place where you can keep growing, keep learning, and keep turning bold ideas into something real.

Candidate Privacy & Equal Opportunity Statement 

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.

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