Maritime Asset Availability Officer
Job Req ID
ABF - 136193
Location
ACT
Employment Type
Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time
Classification
APS Level 5 - $84,228.00 and $91,809.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)
Contact Officer
Mark Plumb on 0403 717 922 OR mark.plumb@abf.gov.au
Office Arrangements
Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
Applications close on 09/04/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.
About our opportunity
This process is being used to fill 1 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 ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
About our team
Strategy & Capability | Civil Maritime Capability | Civil Maritime Sustainment Branch| Maritime Asset Availability
The Civil Maritime Sustainment Branch (CMSB) provides the Australian Border Force (ABF) air and marine surveillance capability in Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This includes operating a fleet of vessels crewed by ABF officers who perform strategic patrols, tactical surveillance and on-water law enforcement activities within the EEZ. The Branch also manages contracted surveillance aircraft, satellite, sensor systems and logistics support to civil maritime operations.
The ABF cultivates a culture built on integrity, professionalism, respect, accountability and teamwork, creating a supportive and inclusive workplace that contributes to ABF's mission.
CMSB operates in a complex, challenging and rapidly evolving environment characterised by a continual high tempo of operations.
The Maritime Asset Availability and Capability Section provides oversight of ABF marine sea-going assets and capability and is responsible for ensuring the ABF's maritime surveillance assets are operationally available for tasking by Maritime Border Command (MBC).
The ABF is looking for officers interested in contributing to Australia's national security through delivery and sustainment of a fit-for-purpose civil maritime capability, including a fleet of ABF vessels and contracted aerial surveillance assets.
Located in Canberra and working directly to the Supervisor, Maritime Asset Availability, this position is responsible for contributing to scheduling of the ABF's marine assets, including through development of the maritime Asset Availability Plan (AAP). This includes liaising with key stakeholders such as MBC and the Australian Border Operations Centre (ABOC) to communicate changes to asset availability in a timely manner.
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Our ideal candidate
The role is responsible for recording and reporting maritime patrol days, which is an important element of performance reporting. It also reviews post patrol reports to ensure that any items are addressed by the appropriate area and lessons learned contribute to continuous improvements.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and engagement skills to work cooperatively with partners, stakeholders and senior executives. They will enable positive team culture and support the delivery of team objectives collegiately and collaboratively.
The Maritime Asset Availability Officer must possess or be able to quickly develop a working knowledge of maritime asset availability and reporting, and or demonstrate scheduling experience in a maritime, or equivalent sector.
The Maritime Asset Availability Officer will bring critical thinking and problem resolution skills to identify, understand and propose solutions to technical issues to ensure operational readiness and optimise the availability of assets.
Duties and responsibilities
The Maritime Asset Availability Officer will support the Supervisor, Maritime Asset Availability by:
- Supporting the day to day operations of the ABF maritime surveillance assets
- Supporting the availability of maritime assets within the Civil Maritime Capability Branch
- Operational liaison with MBC and ABOC on requirements for assets and resource availability noting performance targets as well as quick changes in operational direction
- Developing reports and briefings on key maritime statistics including marine patrol days
- Review and coordination of post patrol reports.
Additional information
Skills/ Experience
Mandatory
- Demonstrated ability to interrogate corporate reporting systems and Microsoft Excel.
Desirable
Experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:
- Understanding of ABF maritime surveillance and/or scheduling experience in a maritime or equivalent sector
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Understanding of the International Safety Management code (ISM code), ABF Vessel Management Plans and the Safety Management System.
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 09/04/2025 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 500-word 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 – 136193 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 Negative Vetting Level 1 (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.