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Leading Border Force Officer - Response Officer

Job Req ID

ABF - 141248

 

Location

NT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 4 - $79,476.00 and $86,246.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Iveta SAITZ on 0421 585 835.or iveta.saitz@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 22/03/2026 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 5 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 other Response NT positions up to 18 months anywhere in NT.
 

About our team

 

Regional Operations | South & West | Operations Sa/NT | Operations and Planning

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF), an operationally independent body within the Department of Home Affairs, is Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and Australia's customs service. The ABF delivers critical border protection and national security outcomes while facilitating the movement of people and goods across the border. The ABF's mission is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade.

 

Response NT establishes and enhances an enduring ABF posture in the Northern Territory using an intelligence-informed, phased approach that integrates the full suite of ABF capabilities (including immigration detention), engagement with local communities, and a remote area patrol capability equipped to respond to civil maritime threats in the littoral environment.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • Operates effectively in fast paced, unpredictable, and high visibility situations
  • Exercises sound judgement when responding to emerging risks and operational priorities
  • Applies legislation, policies, and operational procedures accurately, in real-time scenarios
  • Communicates clearly with members of the community, partner agencies, and internal stakeholders
  • Works collaboratively within a team environment to deliver coordinated operational outcomes
  • Demonstrates resilience, professionalism, and integrity while managing challenging or sensitive situations
  • Maintains situational awareness and adapts quickly to changing operational demands.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Contributing to the development of remote patrol plans, including sourcing provisions
  • Participation in a range of remote patrol activities - completing tasks and objectives as directed
  • Contributing to the planning of community engagement activities, including identification of required resources
  • Preparing and presenting briefing sessions to patrol members and other participants in remote patrols
  • Conducting community engagement activities including engagement with Indigenous Elders and members of communities to develop and maintain relationships
  • Safe operation of a range of ABF assets, including 4WD vehicles, inshore vessels and navigational equipment to ensure the completion of patrol activities.

 

Additional information

 

  • Be operationally ready (by meeting and sustaining role-specific medical, fitness and psychometric)
  • Participate in and be available for a restriction on-call roster (an allowance applies)
  • Complete Operational Safety training and be willing to carry and use personal defence equipment, including a firearm, if required
  • Undertake regional and interstate travel
  • Work with high-risk and/or challenging clients
  • Work in remote or regional areas
  • Work in challenging environmental conditions (such as hot, cold, humid, wet or dry)
  • Obtain and maintain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre card)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Driver's Licence to drive 4WD and Medium Rigid
  • Ability to obtain and maintain and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and Defence Pass.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 22/03/2026 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 – 141248 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

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