Leading Border Force Officer, Maritime Operations

Job Req ID

ABF - 137505

Location

SA 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

APS Level 4 - $76,863.00 and $82,906.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Annelyse Davison on 08 8447 9402 or annelyse.davison@abf.gov.au  

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 11/05/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 3 immediate position/s. 

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 SA; ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

Regional Operations | Ac West | Operations SA | Border Operations - Maritime Operations SA

Maritime Operations consists of Shipping, Sea Cargo and District Offices at Port Lincoln and Port Pirie.  This area is responsible for monitoring the movement of people and goods across Australia's sea border at all South Australian regulated ports and wharves.

Shipping SA

The Shipping team completes vessel and immigration clearances, cruise vessel processing, small craft processing, vessel boarding and search, wharf patrol and CCTV monitoring duties.

Sea Cargo SA

The Sea Cargo team conducts examinations of imported sea cargo, refers breaches of border legislation and seizes prohibited items at a Cargo Examination Facility. Sea Cargo operations are supported by a team of contractors to provide unpack and repack services, and container transport.

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

Our ideal candidate

The successful candidates will:

• Have an analytical and inquisitive mindset with a strong attention to detail and accuracy with a retentive memory
• Be enthusiastic, proactive and forward thinking in their approach to work and show resilience in responding to changing and competing priorities, including stress tolerance
• They will have the ability to work under limited supervision, display integrity and high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and discretion within heightened risk operational environments and in situations of potential conflict
• Be a highly effective communicator and possess a demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, make timely decisions and possess strong interpersonal skills in working within teams and dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.

While not essential, demonstrated experience in Shipping or Sea Cargo operations, systems and relevant qualifications would be highly desirable in the successful candidate(s).

Duties and responsibilities

Leading Border Force Officers are multi-skilled, mobile, agile and responsive leaders. Leading Border Force Officers within Operations SA are required to:

• Enforce legislation and may lead small teams to lawfully exercise powers
• Undertake research, analysis and interrogate a range of departmental IT systems for information and evidence collection
• Interpret and apply legislation, guidelines and instructions, policy and procedures
• Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships
• Communicate effectively in an operational environment.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 11/05/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a response document (600 words maximum) in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Specific and comprehensive examples that demonstrate your ability to support strategic direction and communicate with influence, as well as your professional and technical proficiency, using the STAR (Situation, Task, Action and Result) or similar approach

Should you progress to the next stage of the process, the selection panel will assess the remaining APS4 ILS capabilities during interview:

• Supports productive working relationships
• 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 – 137505 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

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

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.