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Senior Border Force Officer - Operations NT

Job Req ID

ABF - 136476

 

Location

NT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 5 - $80,748.00 and $87,572.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Angela Dawson on 0468 591 229  

 

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 19/03/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 8 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

 

Regional Operations | Ac North & Detention | Regional Director QLD/NT | Operations NT

 

Operations NT is accountable to the Assistant Commissioner North for the conduct of efficient and effective customs, migration, surveillance, patrol and response activities in the Northern Territory's remote onshore and littoral operating domains. Operations NT is responsible for maintaining control of persons, goods, vessels and small-craft through activities in the Northern Territory's in-shore maritime environment outside of seaport limits.

 

Operations NT delivers functions through border enforcement and operational activities on cross-border movements of people and goods in a number of operational areas, including international airports, seaports and cargo facilities. Operations NT plays a vital role processing travellers and goods to protect the Northern Territory's border from the entry of illegal and harmful goods and those intending to commit migration fraud or threaten the national interest. This includes processing travellers and goods arriving and departing Australia outside of major metropolitan airports and seaports, such as, vessels and small craft at remote seaports and light aircraft at regional airfields.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

Ops NT is a dynamic and high profile environment that reflects the diversity of the ABF. The role requires officers to:

 

  • Display integrity, high-ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and discretion within a high risk environment

  • Remain agile, flexible and adaptable to new or evolving scenarios and changing priorities

  • Be responsible and accountable for decisions and actions

  • Maintain professional boundaries and standards

  • Display resilience and demonstrate leadership.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

All Senior Border Force Officer positions include leading a team. You will take a proactive approach to your work, delivering high quality outcomes in a diverse and dynamic operational environment.

 

Your duties may include:

  • Maintaining awareness of border threats and the effectiveness of border controls relating to all operational environments

  • Providing accurate professional and policy advice within an area of specialisation to Ops NT Supervisors and contributing to the implementation of national and regional operational initiatives

  • Assisting in the development of tactical responses to maintain border controls including traveller processing, aircraft and vessel clearance including intervention, air and sea cargo processing and intervention, maritime and land patrols and cargo compliance

  • Contributing to the implementation of best practice processes and best business outcomes

  • Representing the work area or the ABF at community, forums and other stakeholder meetings

  • Providing leadership to section team in order to achieve outputs and outcomes

  • Leading change management and reform, including cultural change.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 19/03/2025 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 – 136476 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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