Nicholas Fagence

Responsible for the Management and Processing of all Warranty Claims for Western Australia.

• Developed strategic plans to maintain optimal resource allocation and maximize productivity.
• Increased operational readiness through thorough equipment maintenance and timely repairs.
• Provided expert advice to senior leadership on policy changes, contributing to informed decision-making processes across the organization.
• Spearheaded process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and implementing innovative solutions.
• Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.

Reporting to the Deputy Director - Logistics ANC I manage the logistics demands for the Australian Navy Cadets on a national level as well as coordinate development of new policies and procedures, and provide training for all Commanding Officers/Unit Staff on logistics requirements and Government policy (particularly Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013)

Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group

Responsible for correspondence, presentations, briefings, and administrative tasks in support of Commands intent, reporting to the Deputy Director, Group Director, and Director General of Maritime Systems Division

Key Responsibilities

• Briefings, presentations, scheduling, and personnel management
• Governance and Assurance for the Air Warfare Destroyers
• Asset Management in accordance with ISO 55000 (Asset Management)
• Engage with stakeholders, internal and external, with Foreign Military supply chain.

Achievements

• Accreditation and Implementation of ISO55000
• Coordination of COVID-19 Response and SOPs
• Implementation of Personal Duty Frameworks

As the Head of Department I was responsible for the delivery of all logistical support functions; primarily materiel and personnel, reporting directly to the Commanding Officer.

• Ensured regulatory compliance in all aspects of logistics operations, including transportation safety standards and customs requirements.
• Managed a team of logistics professionals, providing coaching and guidance for career development and skill enhancement.
• Conducted regular audits of logistics practices to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly.
• Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
• Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Deployment Planning, Sea Worthiness and Battle Worthiness Assessment, Boards and Documentation.
• Personnel, Financial and Business Management
• Management of Supply Chain - Warehouse and Ship

Achievements

• Development of Endurance Policy and Fleet Standardisation
• Longest Deployed Submarine in the Australian Squadron's history during COVID-19 Pandemic
• Logistics Department won several Fleet Awards

Similar responsibilities to Logistics Officer for HMAS Rankin, however to various vessels. Also responsible for the security of the facility, personnel, information and systems as part of the Submarine Force.

• Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
• Supervised logistics functions and operations.
• Managed procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and resources while maintaining cost-effective purchasing strategies.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
• Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
• Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.