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Ship Manager

Job Req ID

ABF - 134668

 

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $90,199.00 and $103,770.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements considered 

 

Contact Officer

Doris Stathis - doris.stathis@abf.gov.au 

 

Applications close on 21/11/2024 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

 

***Please note the closing date has been extended from Thursday 7 November 2024 to the new closing date of Thursday 21 November 2024***

 

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 vacancy. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months. 

 

About our team

 

Strategy & Capability | Civil Maritime Capability Strategy | N/A | Strategy & Capability

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) cultivates a culture built on integrity, professionalism, respect, accountability and teamwork, creating a supportive and inclusive workplace that contributes to ABF's mission.

 

The Civil Maritime Sustainment Branch (CMSB) provides the ABF's air and marine surveillance capability within Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This includes operating a fleet of vessels crewed by ABF officers who performing 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.

 

CMSB operates in a complex, challenging and changing environment that is characterised by a high tempo of civil maritime operations.

 

The Ship Manager is part of the Large Hull and Small Vessel In-Service Support Section in the CMSB.

 

This section provides the In-Service Support (ISS) arrangements for all Large Hull and Small Vessels as part of the Australian Border Force (ABF) fleet, delivered through sustainment contractors. 

 

The work includes managing in-service support arrangements for eight Cape Class Patrol Boats vessels, four large hull vessels and 33 small vessels provided through complex contractual arrangements and contributing to a range of briefings given the high profile nature of the fleet.

 

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Our ideal candidate

 

The Ship Manager is responsible for the technical management of the Fleet, and contributes to the safe, efficient and economic performance of the boats.

 

We are seeking proactive, self-motivated candidates with excellent technical knowledge and experience who can work effectively with limited day to day direction to achieve expected results.

 

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate sound understanding, critical analysis and reasoning skills in identifying and addressing complex and/ or sensitive issues. They will bring effective leadership qualities, planning and prioritisation skills to ensure all required maintenance activity is conducted to the standard required by the ABF, appropriate certification is sustained and all vessels are adequately stocked with critical spare parts ensuring operational readiness.

 

The successful candidate will possess strong and professional communication and stakeholder management capabilities to build and maintain effective relationships with partners, stakeholders and clients. They will have the ability to provide clear and accurate advice, and problem resolution skills to support complex contract matters.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

The Ship Manager contributes to the following activities:

  • Ensures all survey and audit requirements are met and that strategies are in place for maintaining appropriate certification.

  • Ensuring depot level maintenance, intermediate level maintenance and corrective maintenance are undertaken to the standard required by the ABF.

  • Providing technical and operational support and guidance to the Fleet.

  • Arrange attendance of service engineers and contractors where required.

  • Consult with manufactures for specialist advice and guidance where required.

  • Ensure all statutory and class certification remains valid and compliance with relevant industry standards is maintained.

  • Monitoring vessel planned maintenance and ensure actions are taken, and;

  • Ensure vessels maintain adequate stocks of critical spare parts on-board.

  • Communicate with stakeholders impartially and professionally, providing accurate information, flexible advice and problem solving for complex contract matters.

 

Additional information

 

  • The Ship Manager must be appropriately trained, qualified and experienced to manage In-Service Support for the vessels to which they are assigned.

  • The Ship Manager, will show sound understanding, critical analysis and reasoning skills in identifying and addressing complex and/or sensitive issues. 

  • The Ship Manager, can build and maintain effective relationships and be able to work cooperatively with partners, stakeholders and clients.

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a marine engineering or in a ship management position, or equivalent.

  • Knowledge or demonstrated ability to quickly develop an understanding of the technical operations of equipment and systems of Large & Small Vessels.

  • Experience in complex, high risk-high value contract management would be highly regarded. 

  • Experience in a relevant operational context.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 21/11/2024 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 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 – 134668 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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