From 1 April **** the Public Service Regulations introduce a new approach to review of promotion decisions. To find out more go to mpc.gov.au
Learn how a merit list or pool may be used
Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy, may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months. This merit list or pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Various locations - ACT, Various locations - NSW, Various locations - NT, Various locations - QLD, Various locations - SA, Various locations - VIC, Various locations - WA. For more information about Merit Lists or Merit Pools please go to APSC's website - The APS Merit Principle
Various locations - ACT, Various locations - NSW, Various locations - NT, Various locations - QLD, Various locations - SA, Various locations - VIC, Various locations - WA
Amongst other allowances, on successful completion of pre-deployment requirements, marine sea-going officers currently attract a commuted sea-going allowance (CMA) 63% of base salary. See section 12 - Department of Home Affairs Enterprise Agreement ******* .
About our team
The Australian Border Force (ABF) is an operationally independent body under the Home Affairs Portfolio. The ABF operates in a rapidly evolving global environment. We must perform to the highest standards while remaining agile to anticipate and respond to emerging threats and capitalise on opportunities to partner with domestic and international border, customs, immigration, intelligence and law enforcement agencies. To deliver our mission in the face of advancing technology and new threats, it is not enough to be reactive; we must be professional, disciplined and collaborative.
Marine Deployments and Support Branch (MDSB) deploys sea-going marine Border Force Officers to Australian Border Force Cutters (ABFC) and Australian Defence Vessel (ADV) Ocean Protector where they undertake a range of border enforcement activities throughout the Australian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This includes offshore maritime patrols and response, surveillance and deterrence activities that support civil maritime security operations and respond to identified Maritime Security Threats (MSTs) including:
Illegal Maritime Arrivals (IMAs)
Maritime Terrorism
Piracy, Robbery and Violence at Sea
Prohibited Imports and Exports
Exploitation of Natural Resources
Illegal activity in Protected Areas
Marine Pollution
Compromise to Bio-security.
ABFC crew perform varied duties, which include boarding operations, bridge and engine room watch keeping, deck and engine room tasks and maintenance and vessel cleaning tasks. Officers maintain a capability to allow for re deployment within the fleet or general duties within ABF.
MDSB is seeking applications from professionals who can respond positively to a challenging and high-pressure environment. The work is high profile, with added sensitivity due to the armed nature of the workforce, demanding a high level of training and qualifications as well as liaison with other agencies and ABF Commands.
The work you will undertake entails spending substantial time away from home for extended periods usually for up to 22 days (Bay Class), 28 days (Cape and Thaiyak) and 29 days (Ocean Class) on a Fly In Fly Out roster. A tactical extension may increase deployment days restricting a return to port or home.
The Leading Marine Tactical Officer (LMTO) must also manage and be responsive to a range of requirements including:
Be able to perform duties in the maritime environment including lengthy deployments on unstable platforms in uncertain and variable weather and sea conditions
Compatible with sharing facilities, when living within the close constraints of a vessel for an extended period of time
Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in response to allocated work, including assisting in the completion of work outside of assigned responsibilities.
Deployment to vessels reflects the operational priorities of the ABF and rostering as determined by the relevant policies and procedures. Officers are expected to be flexible and agile in responding to rostering and deployment by the ABF.
Depending on operational requirements and the circumstances of candidates, the Marine Unit permits domiciling in Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin and Thursday Island (Thursday Island - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Officers Only).
Knowledge
Knowledge of and the ability to apply relevant legislation, including:
o Maritime Powers Act ****
o Privacy Act ****
o Customs Act ****
o Australian Border Force Act ****
o Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act ****, in particular International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
o Quarantine Act ****
o Navigation Act ****
o Migration Act ****
o AMSA Marine Orders and Marine Notices
o International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
o Relevant Departmental policies, standard operating procedures and instructions.
o Compliance with Vessel Safety Management Systems (SMS).
The key duties of the position include:
Manage and maintain overall responsibility of the ship's boats on-board (or support the APS5 Senior Border Force Officer (SBFO) in these functions depending on vessel platform)
Perform the role of Armoury Registrar (or support the APS5 SBFO in these functions depending on vessel platform)
Perform second in charge (2IC) functions to assist APS5 SBFO on-board
Maintain direct oversight, where required, of MTOs by providing mentoring and facilitating professional development through training
Support the APS5 SBFO, if required, in delivering pre-boarding briefings
Contribute to and participate in conducting boarding operations including searching of vessels, seizing prohibited goods, handling evidence, apprehending and questioning suspects, obtaining statements and coordinating documents for prosecution briefs
Contribute to and participate in the processing and on-board management of persons in custody embarked on ABFCs
Contribute to vessel general maintenance and administration as well as operational tasks by liaising with the APS5 SBFO on-board including logistics requests, preventative deck maintenance, inspection and maintenance of lifesaving and firefighting equipment and operability of the two ship's boats, where required
Assist in the launch and recovery of ship's boats and act as coxswain of the ship's boat and train others in the duties on board the boat and as coxswain, when required
Provide support to develop, and present mission briefings and plans to ensure the safe, efficient and effective execution of operations in accordance with all relevant legislation
Lead or conduct ad-hoc duties that assist with the administrative functioning of the vessel
Conduct watch keeping and lookout duties on bridge of vessels when required
Be the subject matter expert of MTO equipment and roles
Contribute to maintaining operational capability through management of vessel logistics
Interrogate systems and review intelligence information to inform risk assessments and operational decision making
Participate and lead elements of teams, where required (including joint operational activities with partner agencies) in accordance with operational command principles
Board vessels in accordance with legislated powers and established procedures, including the Maritime Powers Act ****
Use professional judgement to identify cases of non-compliance in maritime environments and contribute to appropriate responses
Identify and refer prohibited goods and cases of non-compliance to relevant authorities
All officers are responsible for creating complete and accurate records in accordance with the Recordkeeping Practice Statement and Instruction and Guidelines.
Additional information
Mandatory Qualifications (Must hold):
Hold and Maintain a Certificate of Competency (CoC) Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal (NC) as issued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) in accordance with Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency - national law) ****. Must be able to provide evidence.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the following:
The appointment of Armoury Registrar, including all relevant qualifications; Authorised Arms Issuing Officer (AAIO) and Custodial Firearm Safe Handling (CFSH)
Successfully complete Marine Induction Training and/or Promotion Training
Undertake and pass Use of Force (UoF) psychometric testing
Undertake and successfully complete the Operational Readiness Assessment which includes the Functional Fitness Assessment and the ABF Enforcement Medical Assessment
Obtain and retain Certificate of Medical Fitness for Sea in accordance with Marine Orders Part 9 (Health Medical Fitness) and having due regard to the guidelines for Medical Inspectors of Seamen as set out by AMSA
Successfully complete initial swim and tread water assessment
Obtain and maintain Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) (STWC Reg. VI/1) issued by AMSA which complies with The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers ****, as amended, (STCW)
Successfully complete and maintain an Advanced First Aid Certificate (HLTAID014) and Advanced Resuscitation (HLTAID015)
Ability to obtain and maintain UoF permit
Ability to obtain an Official Passport
Swear an oath or make an affirmation
Actively participate in career management (postings and deployments)
Be uniformed and able to wear required personal protective and personal defensive equipment (PPE & PDE)
Prepared to deploy on board a vessel for up to 36 days
Ability to obtain and maintain Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) and Australian Government Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Security Clearance of Baseline
Ability to obtain and maintain a Working with Children Card (WWCC) for the relevant jurisdiction
COVID vaccinations. It is a mandatory condition of your employment that, you have been fully vaccinated, and attain full vaccination (including one COVID-19 booster dose to maintain an 'up-to-date' status)
Highly Desirable
Experience in managing specialist teams conducting maritime operations.
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.
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 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.
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: recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act ****. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency.
Getting to know the Department of Home Affairs
The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for central coordination, and strategy and policy leadership in relation to cyber and critical infrastructure resilience and security, immigration, border security and management, counter-terrorism, the protection of our sovereignty, citizenship and social cohesion. The Department implements a strategically coordinated approach to the cyber security and resilience of all Australians through the appointment of a Cyber Security Coordinator and continues to enable rapid responses to threats of foreign interference through the dedicated Counter Foreign Interference Coordinator. Additionally, the Department contributes to Australia's prosperity and unity through the management and delivery of the migration, humanitarian and refugee programs. The Department also promotes social cohesion through multicultural programs, providing settlement services and through managing and conferring citizenship. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability and people from other diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing a working environment that values diversity and inclusion and supports staff to reach their full potential. For more information about-us/careers/working-with-us/workplace-diversity
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