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Senior Border Force Officer, WA District Office

Job Req ID

ABF - 138921

 

Location

WA 

 

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

Peter Faulkner at ABFWARecruitmentEnquiries@abf.gov.au  

 

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 03/08/2025 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill multiple 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 WA; ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC.
 

About our team

 

Regional Operations | West | Operations West | Maritime Operations WA - District

 

The Australian Border Force (ABF) currently has nine District Offices based on the Western Australian coastline. District Operations Officers use a wide and varying range of border enforcement skills to secure the border and enforce compliance with a range of legislation. They facilitate the movement of people and goods across the border, including boarding, searching and clearing vessels or aircraft as required. They also conduct inshore maritime and onshore remote area patrols to collect intelligence and support security in Australia's maritime jurisdiction and the broader border continuum.

 

The ABF's WA District Offices are located:

 

  • Albany
  • Broome
  • Bunbury
  • Carnarvon
  • Christmas Island
  • Dampier
  • Esperance
  • Geraldton
  • Port Hedland

 

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

 

Our ideal candidate

 

As a Senior Border Force you will perform an important role, working under the direction of a Supervisor, in managing teams to deliver a range of operational outputs. You will manage your teams to meet business area goals and operational targets in a highly complex, sensitive and at times high risk operational environment. In these roles you will:

 

  • Be highly resilient to cope with isolation and environmental factors, including extreme temperatures and cultural differences. 
  • Be adaptable and flexible to accommodate varied work activities, changing priorities and to handle unforeseen events effectively. 
  • Be able to work effectively independently or as a member of a small team. 
  • Have a practical mindset and approach, including the ability to be resourceful and problem-solving. 
  • Possess effective communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with the local community. 
  • Be able to prioritise activities, ensuring alignment with regional and national objectives.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

You will be accountable and responsible for supporting the delivery of a range of activities, which may include but not limited to:

 

  • Be responsible and accountable for efficiently completing duties, displaying self-awareness, personal drive, common sense and emotional intelligence in all aspects of your work.
  • Understand and support the ABF vision, mission, whilst following direction from your supervisor to contribute to the business area outcomes, maintaining a positive outlook and being adaptable to change and open to feedback.
  • Operate as an effective and efficient team member, making sound decisions that comply with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks.
  • You will work cooperatively with partner agencies on issues including immigration, biosecurity, fisheries, police, industry, foreign affairs and trade, revenue collection, health and the environment.
  • Conduct routine border activities providing day-to-day/ routine departmental functions in respect to the movement of vessels, goods, crew and passengers across the border.

 

Additional information

 

If successful, candidates are required to;

 

  • Hold or have the ability to obtain a Use of Force permit (in house training) which includes being willing to carrying and using personal defence equipment, including a firearm.
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain First Aid qualifications (basic and intermediate). 
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain TBOSIET (Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training).
  • Hold or have the ability to obtain a Working with Children Check.

 

District office locations attract an allowance and housing assistance. For information can be found in the Home Affairs Enterprise Agreement.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 03/08/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare a one-page pitch response document (minimum 11pt font in MS Word or PDF format), which you will upload in the next section.
Please ensure you read the instructions carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.
Please prepare a statement, up to one page, 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 with particular focus on Displays Personal Drive and Integrity and Communicates with Influence

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 138921 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

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for 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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