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Senior Border Force Officer, Marine Logistics

Job Req ID

ABF - 138823

 

Location

QLD; NT 

 

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

Tamara Clayton on 08 8920 2572 or tamara.clayton@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 27/07/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 3 immediate positions. 

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 NT; ACT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Strategy & Capability | Civil Maritime Capability Strategy | Civil Maritime Sustainment | Marine Logistic and Aviation

 

Branch Overview

 

The Civil Maritime Sustainment Branch (CMSB) provides air and marine surveillance and patrol and response capabilities, which include a fleet of boats, contracted aircraft, satellite surveillance, command support and sensor systems, and logistics support.

 

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

 

Section Overview

 

Marine Logistics and Aviation is a geographically dispersed section providing nation-wide logistics support to the Australian Border Force (ABF) patrol vessel fleet, known as ABF Cutters (ABFC). We manage several contracts to support the fleet and also provide the contract management aspect of the aviation surveillance program, utilised by Maritime Border Command (MBC). The section operates warehouses in Darwin, Cairns, and Fremantle, with the executive in Canberra. 

 

Position Summary

 

Marine Logistics and Aviation Section is responsible for providing port services and re-supply of all Australian Border Force Cutters at all ports throughout Australia and external territories through ABF Marine Logistics Units. All positions within Marine Logistics & Aviation are critical positions within ABF providing enabling support to ensure that the ABF border surveillance strategies are achieved.

 

All positions within Marine logistics are unique to other areas of the ABF and as such the roles and responsibilities vary. With this variation there is a requirement to have or the ability to obtain, various sets of skills and knowledge in Supply Chain Management, Warehousing Management, Logistics Management, Contract Management, and involvement in Procurement Management.

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

We are looking for a driven, client-focused Senior Border Officer to manage the needs of the vessel fleet, managing the warehouse and warehouse staff, providing excellent service to the cutter fleet, and engaging with marine crew to help resolve any logistics issues they may face.

 

You should also:

 

  • Display integrity, high-ethical standards and maintains confidentiality and discretion within a high risk environment.
  • Remain agile, flexible and adaptable to new or evolving scenarios and changing priorities.
  • Responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
  • Maintain professional boundaries and standards. 
  • Display resilience.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

The Senior Marine Logistics Officer contributes to the following activities:

 

  • Planning logistics requirements for ad-hoc and planned vessel arrivals into your area of operations
  • Providing resolution to stores and equipment concerns from the cutter fleet
  • Managing the warehouse environment and team members
  • Identify on-the-job training needs and play a role in building staff capabilities through coaching, guiding and mentoring
  • Managing warehouse stock levels, use by dates, and serviceability of equipment
  • Operate forklift
  • Supervise staff performance
  • Undertake regional and interstate travel
  • Work in challenging environmental conditions (such as hot, cold, humid, wet or dry)
  • Work outside of the standard core hours, including an on-call roster
  • Work in small team and autonomously
  • Respect diversity and recognise benefits of diversity

 

Additional information

 

Qualifications

 

Mandatory

 

  • Ability to obtain and maintain; 
    • relevant medical, fitness and psychometric standards
    • C class vehicle licence (standard drivers licence)
    • Forklift licence (training will be coordinated if required).

 

Desirable

 

  • Firearms Safe Handling
  • Authorised Arms Issuing Officer

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 27/07/2025 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 response to the selection criteria, please provide a maximum 500 word response to each application question.

 

Question 1. Supports Productive Working Relationships

 

Using a specific example, describe a time when you have taken action to improve the motivation of a staff member 

 

  • What was your role? 
  • What made you aware that there was a need to take action on this issue? 
  • How did you approach the staff member concerned? 
  • What did you say and do? 
  • How did they respond to you? 
  • What effect did your actions have on the staff members' motivation?

 

Question 2. Communicate with Influence 

 

Tell us about a time when you had to act as a representative of a work area or team.

 

  • What role were you in? 
  • How did you make sure you were able to represent the work area or team accurately? 
  • How did you get your views across in the forum you were in? 
  • How did you report back to your work area or team?

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 138823 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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