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Supervisor ABF Work Health & Safety

Job Req ID

ABF - 134794

 

Location

ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

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

 

Contact Officer

Russell Morrison on 02 62238588  

 

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 12/01/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 3 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 | Workforce Safety & Assurance | Operational Readiness | ABF WHS

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) is Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and customs service, responsible for both operational activities and supporting policy settings and plays a critical role in protecting Australia's national security.  Crucial to ABF's work is maintaining the capacity and capability to respond to rapid shifts in ABF's operating environment.

 

The ABF Work Health and Safety (WHS) Section provides - functional support, coordination, advice and oversight on WHS strategy, processes and procedures, compliance, risk identification and mitigation, and assurance in support of the ABFs evolving and continually maturing health and safety performance against operational and corporate objectives.

 

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

We are looking for highly motivated, skilled, enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to meet current and anticipated APS 6 vacancies within the team.  The positions require officers to understand the broader responsibilities and strategic direction of the ABF and the Department of Home Affairs.

 

The Supervisor ABF WHS is a dynamic role and will see the successful candidate working with a broad range of stakeholders and interpreting and applying WHS principles and practices to ABF's diverse activities and its geographically dispersed audience. This role will be suited to someone who enjoys working as part of a small team and providing advice and support to others.

 

The Section is seeking a candidate with strong time management, workload prioritisation and communication skills, someone who is open to challenges and who is committed to uplifting WHS practice.

 

As an ABF Supervisor within the team, the occupants of these positions will be highly responsive, self-motivated and have excellent interpersonal, organisational and teamwork skills. The occupant will possess the ability to work in a dynamic environment, possess sound judgement and the ability to communicate and provide advice across a wide range of stakeholders.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Interpreting and applying a range of legislation, guidelines, policy and procedures, and providing detailed technical and professional advice

  • Supporting ABF operational workers, their supervisors and managers, policy and support area's in responding to and managing their WHS obligations, through building and maintaining professional relationships

  • Contribute to the development, maintenance and implementation of WHS policies, procedures, processes, projects and the strategic direction of the WHS section

  • Support and or conduct incident investigations to aid in the identification of gaps in systems and processes

  • Support the development of risk plans across operational domains and their activities; and promoting and supporting a culture of achievement, excellence and integrity.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 12/01/2025 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 response to the selection criteria, please provide 250 word (maximum) response to each application question. You should use the STAR method where you are being asked to demonstrate or provie an example.

 

  • Detail your qualifications and professional experience applicable to the position

  • Why you are interested in this role

  • Demonstrate your experience in WHS or risk management practices or similar related field at the APS 6 level

  • Provide an example/s of your experience in working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders in roles you have held in WHS, risk management or similar

  • Provide an example/s of when you have used sound judgement and/or initiative on a complex or high risk WHS matter

  • Provide an example/s that demonstrates your resilience

  • Provide an example/s that demonstrate your leadership experience in WHS.

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 134794 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

 

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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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