Investigator – APS6
Locations: Townsville, Cairns, Airlie Beach
Contract: Ongoing/Non-ongoing; Full-time
Applications close: Thursday 6 November 2025, 11:59pm AEST
Overview
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Reef Authority) is a Commonwealth non-corporate entity, and a statutory agency established by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act 1975 (Marine Park Act), reporting to the Minister for the Environment and Water. Our objective is the long-term protection, ecologically sustainable use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef for all Australians and the international community through the care and development of the Marine Park.
Managing a reef roughly the size of Italy demands many skills and talents, so you don't have to be a marine biologist to contribute to our mission. From finance to marketing roles, we have a team almost as diverse as the ecosystem we protect. Our commitment and dedication to the Great Barrier Reef and the Australian public have a long-lasting impact, and we are looking for individuals who can bring their unique skills, experience, and knowledge to our high-performing and inclusive organisation.
The Position
We are seeking an investigator to manage investigation cases, including the preparation of briefs of evidence in relation to State and Commonwealth offences that relate to the protection of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The position will involve working as part of a multi-agency team, liaising with the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions and the Reef Authority's legal team regarding assigned cases.
About You
* You are an investigator with experience in the preparation of briefs of evidence for submission for litigation, for instance to the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions.
* You will have excellent negotiation skills and have the proven ability to work collaboratively with individuals, groups and management.
* You have experience in managing competing priorities and workloads to meet strict deadlines.
* You have an eye for detail and are experienced in the application of legislation and the use of legislative instruments in an investigative context.
* You have experience in environmental and/or maritime compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Investigate and manage cases for offences that relate to the State and Commonwealth jurisdictions of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and Island National Parks.
* Prepare case recommendations to finalise matters in a manner that is consistent with established compliance strategies, investigative procedures and in the best interest of the protection of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
* Prepare and submit briefs of evidence to The Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions and State Litigation Teams and assist in managing the prosecutions as directed.
* Establish and maintain relationships with internal and partner agency staff that enables efficient and effective case work. This includes standing up joint agency investigative teams where there is cross jurisdictional interest.
* Be an independent problem-solver and research complex legislative issues to provide accurate advice and ensure investigations and enforcement actions are legally sound and defensible.
* Board recreational, commercial and shipping vessels to exercise powers and undertake investigative tasks.
Contact
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Richard Hinrichsen, Acting Assistant Director Compliance Investigations,
Essential Criteria
* The successful candidate will obtain and maintain appointment as an Inspector and Authorised Officer under the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act, within the relevant probationary period.
* To be eligible for employment, candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
* The position requires a Baseline security clearance. Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
* The successful candidate will be willing to provide identity documents and undergo an identity pre-employment check through a Document Verification Service.
Desirable qualifications or equivalent experience
* Experience in investigation activities within law enforcement or regulatory agencies.
* Certificate IV in Government Investigations or Diploma of Government Investigations or equivalent.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Queensland's Marine Parks and Nature Conservations Acts appointment within 12 months of commencement.
How to apply
Please ensure you read the instructions below and on the Position Description carefully, noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.
You will be required to prepare a response document ("pitch") in MSWord or PDF format using standard margins and size 11 Arial font.
Please prepare a 'pitch', as outlined in the Position Description, in relation to the advertised role, outlining:
1. how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to perform the duties and meet the technical and behavioural capabilities of the role.
2. any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
* how you meet the eligibility requirements and qualifications for the position.
When crafting your response, we encourage you to review 'Cracking the Code' and the relevant Australian Public Service Work Level Standards which can be found on the Australian Public Service Commission website:
Please complete your application online and provide:
* your 'pitch' (as described above and in the position description).
* proof of Australian citizenship (an Australian Passport or Australian Birth Certificate)
* a current curriculum vitae (resume)
Applicants are advised to read further information provided on the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Careers website.
PLEASE NOTE: - The panel may not consider additional information such as a cover letter or content exceeding the page limit.
Notes
The current position is ongoing however through this process may create a merit pool to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions that become available within the next 18 months.
RecruitAbility
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:
Eligibility
Employment with the Reef Authority is subject to:
* Conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999.
* Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) granting a security clearance at the required level.
* Evidence of citizenship status.
* Evidence of qualifications required of the role.
* Evidence of a completed national police-check with no risks identified by the Reef Authority.
* The CEO of the Reef Authority, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.
* The Australian Government Security Clearance Application Guide Book provides information on minimum eligibility requirements for holding a security clearance at the required level. Please ensure that you are able to provide the necessary documents if you apply for the position. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the AGSVA website.
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