Senior Instructor

Job Req ID

ABF - 137314

Location

NSW; ACT; QLD; VIC; WA 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Emma McLaughlin on 02 8339 6846 or EMMA.MCLAUGHLIN@ABF.GOV.AU  

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 15/04/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 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 | ABF Workforce | ABF College | Command, Immigration & Trade Faculty

The Immigration Clearance & interviewing Training Team within the Command Immigration & Trade Faculty has responsibility for the delivery of:

• Investigative Interviewing Course
• Maritime Immigration Clearance course
• Secondary Immigration Clearance program
• Considering Visa Cancellation course
• Visa Cancellation Recertification course
• Other short courses related to Immigration Clearance.

A Senior Instructor (APS6) within the ABF College is responsible for supervising and managing a range of design and delivery requirements for specific training packages across multiple streams of the ABF College. They may lead a team of instructors and be responsible for developing a high performing team that can deliver credible and relevant training through a variety of mediums and learning platforms.

Supervisors are required to create and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders within the operational area that their training supports. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that the training delivered by their team is relevant and contemporary, and ensure that it is compliant with legislation, organisational policy and best practice across the organisation.

Supervisors provide guidance and their expertise during the training development and evaluation phases and work closely with the operational business areas to ensure training products remain contemporary and relevant. As subject matter experts within their relevant fields it is expected that Senior Instructors will be able to deliver the majority of modules within the training packages they are responsible for and also present as a subject matter expert to support other training programs as required.

Supervisors are expected to be experts within their fields, and bring to the ABF College a wealth of operational experience and a desire to support the continuing development of the ABF Workforce. Supervisors must have operational credibility and the ability to influence others by communicating effectively within a training environment.

Supervisors model the behaviour and qualities of a Border Force Officer and demonstrate a strong commitment to strengthening the ABF culture and upholding ABF values. Supervisors are also responsible for developing and maintaining these traits in other officers, both within their direct reports and within participant groups.

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

Our ideal candidate

The ABF College is looking for people who enjoy working in a rapidly evolving and forward thinking learning and development environment. The right applicant will have an ability to think on their feet, have excellent attention to detail and demonstrate flexibility to meet the fluid and dynamic operating environment. Our ideal candidate will be engaging, innovative, agile and confident in liaising with internal and external stakeholders to provide a supportive and safe training environment. They will harness opportunities to further develop an organisational level 'learning and development culture' and be rewarded through personal and professional development growth.

Duties and responsibilities

• Contribute to work area planning and provide advice to the Chief Instructor in the development of national training schedules and demand planning
• Undertake a leadership role in the design, development, review and continual improvement of specialist training material, curriculum content, learning outcomes and improvement procedures for competency-based training and assessment specific to advanced ABF capabilities and skills
• Work with autonomy and accountability in interpreting policy and the application of practices and procedures, providing specialist advice to operational areas and management teams
• Support complex relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Lead effective teams, addressing staffing matters early and managing performance issues.

Additional information

Mandatory Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Training Assessment and Evaluation or be willing to obtain after commencement
• Current driver's license
• Ability to undertake interstate travel and work extended hours to support the delivery of training.

Desirable

• Previous experience in training delivery for frontline operational roles
• 5 years' experience working directly with the Migration Act 1958, preferably in an operational context
• Previous experience working in Border Clearance, Seaports, Cancellations or Status Resolution roles
• Previous experience or strong interest in training design and development.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 15/04/2025 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 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 – 137314 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)

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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.