About the Census:
The Census is the most comprehensive snapshot of Australia and tells the story of how we are changing. It helps us understand what we need now, and into the future.
The Census is run every 5 years. It’s one of the largest and most important collections to count the number of people and houses in Australia. The Census asks questions about your age, country of birth, cultural background, living situation, work and education. It’s used to estimate Australia’s population, distribute government funds, and plan services for individuals, families and communities.
About this role:
We’re looking for Field Managers all over Australia. There are multiple Field Manager jobs available across Adelaide and surrounds, including in Strathalbyn, Mount Compass and Currency Creek.
Field Managers play a crucial role in ensuring that Census data is collected to help governments, businesses and not-for-profit organisations across the country make decisions.
As a Field Manager, you’ll lead Census field work within your designated area. This area may be in your local community or in neighbouring regions, and some Field Managers may need to travel outside their immediate locality. We encourage people to get their application in early to be considered for jobs in their local region.
Field Managers will need to work across weekdays, evenings, and weekends to ensure Census field activities run smoothly and on schedule.
As a Field Manager, you will:
* Recruit, train, manage and support a team of 6 to 12 field staff
* Review your work area for major changes, housing developments, and identify potential work, health and safety hazards
* Use your vehicle to travel to work areas within your geographical region
* Engage with hotels, hospitals, caravan parks and other establishments to help them prepare for the Census
* Liaise with managers of secure apartment buildings to arrange access
* Review, check, and approve timesheets for your field staff in a timely manner, including other required documentation
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of your team while conducting field work
* Provide procedural and on-the-ground support, including monitoring progress and resolving issues
* Communicate regularly with the ABS management team regarding your work area and progress
* Coordinate the delivery, receipt, distribution and return of Census materials to your team.
Key qualities and experience:
* Proven experience in leading, managing, and supporting a team to deliver the required outcomes
* Previous recruitment and training experience
* Ability to follow instructions and adhere to set procedures
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail, especially in high-volume environments with strict deadlines
* Ability to use your personal electronic device (mobile phone or tablet) for work purposes, including downloading and using required Census applications to support field activities
* Understanding and promoting the importance of personal safety, particularly during field work
* Ability to communicate sensitively and respectfully, considering diverse cultural backgrounds
* Physical capability to receive, store, and move materials as required.
We’re looking for a broad range of people to reflect the diversity of Australia.
For more information about Field Manager jobs and what’s involved, visit census.abs.gov.au/jobs.
Have more questions? Call our Recruitment Support Line on 1300 100 557.