* Two roles available: APS 6 ($95,714) & APS 5 ($85,204)
* Location: Port Hedland / Pilbara
* Temporary contract until October 2026
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to recruit an Area Manager (APS 6) and Area Support Officer (APS 5) for the Pilbara Census Operational Support Centre located in Port Hedland.
About the roles
Step into a dynamic role where your work directly shapes the success of the 2026 Census in your community. As part of a passionate and purpose-driven team, you'll help deliver one of Australia's most important national projects—ensuring every voice is counted.
Area Manager (APS 6)
As a Census Area Manager working in the Pilbara Operational Support Centre, you will lead and support a high-performing and collaborative team. You will recruit, train and manage field staff and be responsible for the field staff you recruit. You will effectively manage your team to achieve a successful Census count within the region.
Key tasks include:
* leading and managing a team responsible for collecting Census data in the Pilbara
* assisting with attracting, recruiting, onboarding and training a local team responsible for collecting quality Census data
* resolving or escalating queries, issues and incidents
* coordinating travel and WHS practices for the team
* coordinating workloads for Census field staff within your work area
* undertaking procedural, operational and administrative tasks
* ensuring the privacy and security of ABS staff information, Census data and materials
* undertaking progressive and final evaluation of Census operations for your work area.
Area Support Officer (APS 5)
As a Census Area Support Officer working in the Pilbara Operational Support Centre, you will provide support to both engagement and operational teams across the region. You will assist the teams with planning, coordinating and delivering various objectives throughout the Census, ensuring various project phases are kept on task and administered effectively. You will provide administrative support to the OSC Manager and Regional Engagement Lead.
Key tasks include:
* providing administrative and logistical support to the OSC team in the Pilbara
* assist with attracting, recruiting, onboarding and training a local team responsible for collecting quality Census data
* assisting with the coordination of travel and WHS practices for the team
* undertake procedural and operational tasks as required
* ensuring privacy and security of ABS staff information, Census data and materials
* assisting with progressive and final evaluation of Census operations for your work area.
What we are looking for
We're seeking motivated individuals eager to expand their skill sets and take on challenges in diverse environments.
Ideal candidates will possess most or all the following:
* understanding of working in regional and/or remote areas, and willingness to travel to various work areas (as required)
* ability to demonstrate good judgement in problem solving and decision making
* strong project management skills including risk and issues management
* strong administrative skills
* collaborative approach to tackling team tasks
* strong oral and written communication skills.
Additional requirements for the Area Manager role:
* demonstrated experience in supervising and managing teams within a complex environment
* ability to demonstrate cultural competency and/or experience working with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people experiencing homelessness, culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or people with low literacy or low digital literacy
* highly motivated to lead a high-performing team within a diverse and complex environment to deliver high-quality Census data
* strong stakeholder engagement skills to deliver the best possible results.
How to apply
You must be an Australian citizen to be eligible to apply.
Please indicate the role(s) you wish to be considered for, upload your current resume, provide referee details, and provide a statement of claims (max. 300 words) to the following:
Explain how your skills and experience match the key requirements of your preferred role. Include a specific example that demonstrates your ability to perform the role's responsibilities.
Applications close 8.30 p.m. (AWST), Wednesday 28th January.
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