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Assistant Ship Manager

Job Req ID

ABF - 139248

 

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

Tim Regan on 02 6223 8227 or TIM.REGAN@ABF.GOV.AU  

 

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 04/09/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (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 | ABF Workforce | Sustainment Branch

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) is an operationally independent body under the Department of Home Affairs portfolio. The ABF is responsible for operational activity that supports the Australian Government's border protection, investigations, compliance, detention and enforcement functions.

 

Within the ABF, the Civil Maritime Sustainment Branch (CMSB) is responsible for the capability management of a fleet of air and maritime surveillance, patrol and response assets. Our capabilities include ocean going patrol boats, shallow water and coastal response vessels and contracted aircraft. CMSB also provides command, operational and logistical support, in support of the ABF operational objectives.

 

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

 

Within CMSB the Large Hull and Small Vessel (LHSV) In-Service Support (ISS) Section is responsible for the provision of maintenance and support arrangements delivered through sustainment contracts for four large hull vessels (Ocean Shield, Thaiyak, two Bay Class vessels) and 33 small vessels. This includes ensuring that planned and emergent maintenance activities are completed to budgetary and operational requirements and in accordance with the overarching technical and regulatory framework. The contracts managed by the section are high risk-high value (HRHV), requiring best practice contract management and are subject to a high degree of governance and public scrutiny.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

The Small Vessel Fleet Assistant Ship Manager contributes to the safe, efficient and economic performance of the ABF small vessel fleet, through effective and best practice management of all aspects of vessel maintenance and support within relevant regulatory frameworks.

 

This requires excellent maritime technical knowledge and experience, as well as a proven ability to achieve results in support of operational activities.

We are looking for someone with maritime technical experience and familiar with small vessel or related industry experience. The successful candidate will work as part of team to deliver these objectives.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

The responsibilities of the Small Vessel Fleet Assistant Ship Manager will include:

  • Ensuring ABF small vessels meet all regulatory requirements, including survey, audit requirements and statutory certification in accordance with navigation acts, marine orders and class societies;
  • Scheduling and overseeing planned and corrective maintenance for the small vessel fleet;
  • Provision of technical and operational support and guidance to the small vessel crew and operational commands;
  • Consultation with manufacturers for specialist advice and guidance where required;
  • Monitor vessel survey works to ensure vessel is returned to operational state in a timely manner;
  • Supporting maintenance assurance on the activities arranged or performed by the contracted maintenance provider
  • Communicate with stakeholders impartially and professionally, providing accurate information, flexible advice and problem solving for complex maintenance and contract management matters;
  • Supporting effective risk management in accordance with the appropriate risk management plan and the departments risk management framework;
  • Reviewing the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and facilitating required works, and related invoicing for services;
  • Review Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) and configuration change proposal documentation and liaising with ABF Fleet Engineering to progress proposal.

 

Additional information

 

Skills/ Experience

Mandatory:

  • Strong communication skills including the ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong representational skills, to ensure both the Department and the contractor achieves all stated aims and outcomes.
  • Willingness to undertake training and/or relevant qualifications. 

 

Desirable:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a technical related role, maritime technical position, or equivalent.
  • Current knowledge or demonstrated ability to quickly develop an understanding of the technical operations of vessels, maritime safety regulations and operating systems of the littoral vessels.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 04/09/2025 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, of no more than 500 words, 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 – 139248 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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