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Leading Border Force Officer -Immigration Compliance Group

Job Req ID

ABF - 136596

 

Location

NT 

 

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

Rachael Davies on 08 9941 6406 or rachael.davies@abf.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

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

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

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill several 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 NT; ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Immigration | Immigration Compliance Operations & Character, Cancellation and Case Resolution | Field Operations, Removal Operations & Status Resolution | Various

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) is an operationally independent body within the Department of Home Affairs and is Australia's front line border law enforcement agency and Australia's customs service. The ABF delivers critical border protection and national security outcomes while facilitating the movement of people and goods across the border. The ABF's mission is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade.

 

Do you enjoy working in operational roles with dynamic and challenging content? Are you interested in working in a role that has a direct impact on Government priorities that has a direct impact on the Australian community?

 

We have a number of vacancies within our Field Operations, Removal Operations and Status Resolution branches that contribute to managing and upholding the integrity of Australia's migration program. These roles will provide the right people with unique and challenging opportunities to develop and enhance their skills, whilst working on complex cases and issues within a high profile and politically sensitive environment. 

 

Field Operations Section - is an operational enforcement capability of the Immigration Compliance Operations Division with a multi-faceted, field-based enforcement capability that is responsive to operational priorities. The Field Operations Branch harnesses specialist enforcement and investigative capabilities to target serious and organised crime, serious and deliberate non-compliance and systematic vulnerabilities that threaten the integrity of Australia's trade and migration systems.

 

Field Operations Officers conduct a range of intelligence informed, risk-based operations improving compliance with immigration laws by locating and detaining unlawful non-citizens who are identified as a risk to the safety of the community or who pose a threat.

 

Removal Operations Section - encompasses a range of duties and activities that include the safe and lawful removal of unlawful non-citizens (UNC) from Australia under the Migration Act 1958 (the Migration Act). The job role of a Removal Officer encompasses a range of duties and activities that include the safe and lawful removal of unlawful non-citizens (UNCs) from Australia under the Migration Act 1958 (the Migration Act).

 

A Removal Officer uses their detailed knowledge of relevant legislation, powers and departmental policies to ensure that removals are undertaken lawfully and are compliant with duty of care requirements and international standards. Officers work in close collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to coordinate and execute removal plans, including utilisation of well-developed interpersonal skills that allow them to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and build relationships that support the removal process.

 

Status Resolution Section -The purpose of this section is to facilitate timely resolution of the visa status of non-citizens, facilitate return and removals activity where necessary and proactively manage the cases of non-citizens whose status is still being determined, whilst reducing risks to the community. Status Resolution Officers contribute to migration program integrity through proactive identification, management and resolution of clients' immigration status whilst reducing the risk of physical, economic and social harm to the Australian community.

 

Status Resolution Officers leverage all opportunities for clear, consistent messaging to progress status resolution outcomes. They use a range of tools and services to ensure cases progress to a status resolution outcome in a lawful, timely and appropriate manner.

 

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

Immigration Compliance Operations Division is looking for team oriented, collaborative and hardworking people who are flexible, resilient, demonstrate professionalism and can exercise sound judgement in responding to operational activities that are aimed at upholding the integrity of Australia's migration program and helping build a safe, secure and prosperous Australia.

 

Given our roles are a current key priority for the Australian Government; the operational tempo is significantly heightened. Officers will need to integrate quickly (supported with appropriate training) to work effectively with other agencies in a dynamic operational environment.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

Dependant on your role, as an APS 4, ideally your broad skill set will enable you to;

  • Maintain an understanding of relevant legislation and policy and apply in all aspects of your role

  • Work collaboratively with internal ABF and Department areas and partner agencies 

  • Contribute to and conduct the planning of operational activities considering risk and opportunities

  • Participate in operational reporting and briefings

  • Use appropriate departmental systems to record and report activity

  • Deal with competing deadlines and priorities and escalate as required.

 

These positions may be subject to medical, psychometric and fitness testing.

 

Additional information

 

All positions are Darwin based and require a physical presence, out-posting is not available for these roles. Relocation assistance will be considered for interstate candidates willing to relocate to Darwin.

 

Some positions across the teams are designated positions and will require you to meet all Border Force Officer essential qualifications.

 

If successful for one of these positions, you will be required to:

  • Be operationally ready (by meeting and sustaining the medical, fitness and psychometric requirements necessary for a role)

  • Be a sworn officer (through subscribing the ABF oath or affirmation)

  • Be uniformed (unless the position requires wearing of business attire)

  • Maintain essential and role-specific qualifications

  • Actively participate in career management (postings and deployments)

  • Some positions will require an on-call function outside of business hours including weekends (overtime or flex).

 

Some positions may further require you to:

  • Complete Operational Safety Training and be willing to carry and use personal defence equipment, including a firearm, if required

  • Obtain and maintain a Working with Vulnerable People Check and/or Working with Children Check

  • Obtain and maintain an Australian Driver's Licence

  • Ability to obtain and maintain and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

  • Obtain and maintain a First Aid Certificate.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 11/03/2025 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 role

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 136596 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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