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Border Force Inspector

Job Req ID

ABF - 136385

 

Location

WA 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

ABFWARecruitmentEnquiries@abf.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Flexible; Onsite  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 12/03/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill future vacancies. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About our team

 

Regional Operations | Ac West | Operations West | Multiple Sections

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) are Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and customs service. We are an operationally independent body within the Home Affairs portfolio.  

 

Our mission is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade.

 

Our vision is to be a global leader in border law enforcement and trusted partner that helps build a safe, secure and prosperous Australia. We aim to facilitate the movement of people and goods across the border. We work closely with other agencies to share knowledge, expertise and intelligence in order to detect, deter and prosecute those who attempt to do us harm at the border. The work we do contributes to safeguarding Australia's national security.

 

Operations West branch work areas are overseen by the Regional Commander West (Senior Executive Staff Band 1) being comprised of eight sections each managed by a Superintendent (Executive Level 2) and Inspector/s (Executive Level 1).  

 

Including:

  • Aviation Goods

  • Aviation Travellers

  • Border Intelligence

  • Chief of Staff

  • Investigations WA

  • Operations & Planning

  • Maritime Operations

  • Maritime Operations District Office.

 

The District Office network includes the following remote locations: Esperance, Albany, Bunbury, Geraldton, Dampier, Port Hedland, Broome, Christmas Island - noting officers are posted to these locations for up to three years.

 

Other sections based in WA include but are not limited to:

  • Field Operations

  • Sponsor Monitoring Unit

  • Removal Operations

  • Detention Operations

  • Trade Compliance

  • The ABF College.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

The ABF is interested in receiving applications from individuals who have a broad and diverse range of backgrounds and skills. You should be an inclusive leader who is focused on building people capability that contributes to creating a proactive and productive workplace culture.

 

To be a strong contender for these important roles, you will excel in working in a complex and challenging environment and be an experienced leader with a sound record of achievement. You will need to be forward thinking, self-motivated, resilient and adept at building relationships in a complex and fast-paced operational environment and must:

 

  • Display a high level of leadership in the workplace with demonstrated experience in leading, managing, supervising, coaching and developing teams, with a focus on performance management

  • Be forward thinking, self-motivated, resilient and adept at building relationships in a complex and fast-paced operational and non-operational environment

  • Demonstrate commitment to self-development and capitalises on opportunities to extend skills and knowledge

  • Accept challenging new opportunities

  • Strong judgment and analytical skills to assess risks, make informed decisions, and operates within policy.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

As an Executive Level employee, you will work closely with Senior Executives to deliver outcomes for the relevant Command, broader ABF and the Home Affairs portfolio.

 

Roles at this level are generalist management, with an expectation of strong leadership and communication skills, to lead teams across various functions of the ABF's business. 

 

In these roles you will:

 

  • Undertake holistic strategic planning for the delivery or implementation of directed team objectives Lead and manage a team

  • Initiate, develop and manage effective internal and external relationships/partnerships

  • Lead and conduct effective administration and resource management

  • Develop, implement and manage policy

  • Lead and conduct risk management.

 

Additional information

 

Meet Border Force essential qualifications, including:

  • Being sworn in and uniformed (unless business attire is required)

  • Maintaining essential and role-specific qualifications

  • Actively participating in career management and being prepared to relocate.

 

Additionally, you may be required to:

  • Be deployed at short notice

  • Acquire a Working with Children Check

  • Complete Operational Safety training and use personal defence equipment

  • Work outside of business hours, including weekends.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 12/03/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

 

  • How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
  • Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
  • Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the with a particular focus on:
    • Achieves Results
    • Displays Personal Drive and Integrity.

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 136385 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

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Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

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