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Border Monitoring Officer (Affirmative Measures - First Nations)

Job Req ID

ABF - 138257

 

Location

QLD 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time / Part-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 2 - $59,520.00 and $66,115.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Mellissa Osborne on 0408 701 627 or mellissa.osborne@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 15/07/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

AM Indigenous - The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

 

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 QLD; ACT; NSW; NT; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.


 

About our team

 

Regional Operations | North | Operations QLD | Saibai Island, Boigu Island and Masig Island

 

Australian Border Force (ABF) operations in the Torres Strait are unique. The Torres Strait Treaty safeguards the cultural, familial connections and allows for traditional inhabitants of Torres Strait Island and Papua New Guinea (PNG) Treaty Villages and, in specific circumstances, provides for travel without passports or visas.

 

ABF Border Monitoring Officers (BMOs) are responsible for overseeing the movement of Traditional Visitors within the Torres Strait Protected Zone between Australia and PNG. They implement the 'free movement' provisions as defined by the Torres Strait Treaty in combination with the Migration Act 1958, managing the customary flow of people to conduct traditional activities, meeting and assessing arrivals and departures to ensure they comply with the Treaty requirements for traditional movements of people and the movement of goods.

 

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

 

 

Our ideal candidate

 

The ABF is looking for people who have the capacity to work closely with elected Councillors as well as the local community to manage the traditional flow of people and report on any other movements in the region. BMOs play an important role in border protection.

 

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Meeting and assessing arrivals and departures to ensure they comply with the Treaty requirements for traditional movements of people and the movement of goods.
  • Maintain accurate records of Traditional Treaty visitors movements.
  • Provide accurate and timely reports to the Thursday Island District Office.
  • Support the wider BMO network including backfilling or working on other islands as required.
  • Liaise regularly with the Torres Strait Island Regional Council and attend and speak at community meetings as the ABF representative.

 

 

Additional information

 

The following would be considered highly desirable:

 

  • First Aid and CPR or ability to obtain
  • Working with Children Check or ability to obtain
  • An extensive awareness of Torres Strait Islander traditional protocols would be advantageous
  • It would be highly desirable if the applicant speaks any of the following languages - Kalaw Kawaw Ya (KKY), Kala Lagaw Ya (KLY), Creole, Pidgin

 

 

Evidence of heritage

 

Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

 

A confirmation must stipulate that a person:

 

  • is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent; and
  • identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person; and
  • is accepted as such by the community in which they live, or formerly lived.

Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage can be provided by a wide range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and bodies, and commonly include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Land Councils;
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations can be incorporated under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006, the Corporations Act 2001, or other states and territory legislation);
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical services.

 

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application (resume/CV) through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 15/07/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted. Please note that there is no requirement to provide an applicant response document for this application. Your resume/CV will be assessed based on the following capabilities: Communicates with Influence and Demonstrates Professional or Technical Proficiency.

 

 

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.  

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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

 

Internal applicants with technical enquiries can log a ticket through the Support Connect portal, send an email or call us

 

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

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 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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