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Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority
Assistant Director, Environment
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Armidale, NSW; Canberra, ACT
Salary: $126,984 to $144,236
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 11251
Applications close: Friday, 19 December
Agency website: https://apvma.gov.au
The role: Key duties include:
- Managing projects and providing technical advice on the post-market assessments of environmental matters relating to the regulation of agricultural chemicals, veterinary medicines and other chemicals to internal and external stakeholders.
- Providing input into the development and implementation of strategies, operational policies, priorities and work practices for the S&A Branch to achieve results in line with APVMA operational goals.
- Assisting in making regulatory decisions in accordance with legislation and delegations.
- Developing and maintaining guidance materials for technical assessments and methodologies.
- Managing staff in the Science Assessments — Environment section as required.
- Using project management and efficient workflow and related practices to provide timely inputs into the section’s work.
- Preparing high-level written materials incorporating scientific/technical considerations to contribute to briefs to decision-makers, correspondence and other corporate documents as required.
- Undertaking special projects related to environmental safety under the direction of the Director — Environment or Executive Director, S&A Branch.
Position contact: Helen Patronis
Telephone: 0438 620 434.
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Business Manager
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Various locations: ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Salary: $124,861 to $134,295
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 2025/3346
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Friday, 19 December
Agency website: https://www.dcceew.gov.au
Key duties: Under limited direction of the Park Manager and in accordance with the lease agreement, management plan, the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) and the board of management’s vision, provide high-level leadership by:
- Supervising and motivating staff undertaking responsibilities related to the park’s financial, administrative and governance functions.
- Encouraging, facilitating and participating in the exchange of knowledge, experience and skills between non-Indigenous and Indigenous staff and the community.
- Providing business advice and corporate support as a senior member of the park management team.
Oversee the implementation of financial and administrative systems and processes for the park, including:
- Budget management, resource allocation and high-level monitoring and reporting.
- Developing and streamlining business management systems and processes.
- Identifying and implementing revenue-generation and cost-recovery strategies and processes.
- Managing major projects, contracts and procurements.
- Building and maintaining effective partnerships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to promote and implement innovative ways to achieve results.
Position contact: Zoe Gavan
Telephone: 0428 565 928.
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
APS6 — Senior Policy Officer, Digital Inclusion and Deployment Branch
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $95,501 to $114,201
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 47229
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Friday, 19 December
Agency website: https://www.infrastructure.gov.au
The role: The Digital Inclusion Team is committed to improving access to connectivity and digital technologies for all Australians. We provide policy leadership and advice on First Nations digital inclusion, including supporting the work of the First Nations Digital Inclusion Advisory Group and delivering the First Nations digital inclusion programs.
We work closely with stakeholders across industry, government and First Nations communities to achieve Target 17 of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap, which aims for equal levels of digital inclusion by 2026.
A key focus of our work is advocacy for the recommendations in the First Nations Digital Inclusion Roadmap, and using this as a foundation to inform government policy and processes more broadly.
We also analyse data, research and evidence to ensure our understanding and advice on digital inclusion is robust and accurate, and we help shape public messaging on why digital inclusion is important and how it can be achieved. Our work covers the telecommunications sector, as well as the First Nations media and broadcasting sector.
The team has a great variety of work to deliver, including policy development, stakeholder engagement, media and communications, and data analysis and research. There is the opportunity for regional and remote travel to hear First Nations communities’ stories and priorities for digital inclusion firsthand, and to attend meetings with senior representatives of the public service and industry. There are many opportunities to stretch your skills and develop new ones, and to connect your work to key government priorities.
Position contact: Beth Duncan
Telephone: (02) 6136 7316.
Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Litigation Counsel and Senior Lawyer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $152,074 to $202,614
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: ASIC/1871930
Applications close: Sunday, 21 December
Agency website: https://asic.gov.au
About you: We are seeking to recruit experienced senior litigation lawyers to the positions of Litigation Counsel and Senior Lawyer within the ASIC Legal Services team.
We are looking for lawyers with:
- Significant commercial/regulatory litigation experience (and admission to practise in the High Court, Federal Court and State Supreme Courts). Litigation Counsel applicants will need to hold unrestricted practising certificates and have experience in managing complex litigation matters and leading teams of lawyers.
- Strong technical legal skills, the ability to provide strategic direction in regulatory litigation matters, a capacity to communicate with influence to a wide variety of audiences, and high-level organisational skills.
- A commitment to providing superior client service.
- A real interest in making a difference through important regulatory litigation with a consumer protection focus.
Position contact: Neha Narula
Telephone: N/A.
Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC)
Contact Centre Talent Register (Casual, Non-ongoing and Section 26 Transfer)
Job type: Full-time; Part-time; Casual, Non-ongoing
Location: Barton, ACT; Brisbane, QLD; Docklands, VIC; Haymarket, NSW
Classification: APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6
Position number: Various
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 4 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.austrac.gov.au
The role: AUSTRAC is the Australian Government’s financial intelligence unit and anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulator. Our mission is to build resilience within Australia’s financial system and use financial intelligence and regulation to combat money laundering, terrorism financing, and other serious crimes.
Through strong partnerships with government and industry, we:
- Prevent criminal exploitation of the financial sector.
- Support businesses, government, and law enforcement in detecting and disrupting financial crimes.
- Foster trust and integrity in Australia’s financial system.
Position contact: AUSTRAC Recruitment
Email: [email protected].
Department of Defence
Deputy Director, Data Interoperability
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $120,303 to $135,701
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: ASG/08943/25
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Applications close: Wednesday, 7 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: The Data and Analytics Branch is looking to fill an EL 1 vacancy for the role of Deputy Director, Data Integration and Interoperability in the Directorate of Data and Information Architecture. The position is a hands-on role with leadership responsibilities and is suited to individuals with a data architecture and/or cyber background.
The role and function are critical in the ongoing integration and interoperability of data across Defence and with Coalition stakeholders. Responsible for engaging with stakeholders on simple and complex business requirements, the position develops and provides advice on integration designs to meet interoperability requirements. The role engages with a range of highly technical teams and military functions to realise defined outcomes. Additional responsibilities and duties include:
- Leveraging your experience, training and knowledge to support continued alignment of the One Defence Data Capability to the departmental and business requirements.
- Working with highly technical teams on contemporary technology to translate business objectives into technical activities.
- With the broader operations team, plan, manage and coordinate interoperability outcomes for delivery.
The role exercises significant influence on data outcomes within the Data Division and across Defence. It is a key role in supporting the Department of Defence to realise data and analytics priorities.
Position contact: Michael Newsham
Telephone: (02) 5130 8513.
Australian Government Solicitor
AGS Lawyer and Senior Lawyer — Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing (for up to 12 months)
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Classification: APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: TBA
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Tuesday, 9 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.ags.gov.au
The opportunity: Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) invites you to register your interest in a role as a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer in one of AGS’s three practice areas – dispute resolution, the Office of General Counsel, and commercial.
The successful candidates will ideally have:
- The post-admission experience (PAE) and knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment appropriate for the role:
- For a Lawyer (APS5), generally at least one to four years’ relevant PAE or equivalent legal experience and knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment.
- For a Lawyer (APS6), generally at least 2.5 to six years’ relevant PAE or equivalent legal experience and knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment.
- For a Senior Lawyer (EL1), generally at least five years’ PAE and good knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment.
- For a Senior Lawyer (EL2), generally at least seven years’ PAE and good knowledge of the Commonwealth legal environment.
- Legal experience in the relevant field and in other areas of law relevant to the work of AGS.
- Commensurate with the level applied for, a strong understanding of areas of law in the relevant field (or, for more junior roles, the demonstrated ability to quickly acquire that understanding) and the ability to manage legal matters with important government and client implications.
- The ability to clearly articulate technical arguments and draft legal documents in the relevant field, such as advisory opinions, court documents and contracts.
- The ability to work under pressure, think creatively and deliver client-focused legal solutions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, negotiation skills and the ability to persuade.
- The ability to contribute to the commercial business success of a legal team, including personal achievement of revenue expectations.
Position contact: Jill Mackay
Telephone: (02) 9581 7568.
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
Chief Executive Officer, Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Location: Sydney, NSW
Classification: Statutory Appointment
Position number: SOH/2025/003
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.pmc.gov.au
Ideal candidate: The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) is a key part of the Australian Government’s architecture to achieve gender equality, with an important role to promote, improve and accelerate the rate of change for gender equality in Australian workplaces.
WGEA is seeking a dynamic, inspiring and influential senior leader from the public, private and/or community sectors to lead WGEA for the next five years.
To be a strong contender for this role, you will demonstrate:
- A proven record of achievement with personal drive and integrity at senior levels in government, business and/or the community sector.
- An ability to lead a high-performing agency and further strengthen regulatory and employer education and capability functions.
- Leadership that inspires, empowers and drives positive cultural and organisational change, with a focus on staff wellbeing, morale and capability.
- Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including the Australian Government, international governments and forums, media, industry bodies and senior private sector representatives.
- Strong communication skills with diverse audiences, and adeptness at engaging with various stakeholders and building relationships in complex and culturally sensitive environments.
You will need to understand and have expertise in the gender equality challenges facing Australian employers and how to utilise and communicate data insights to ensure the delivery of outcomes for the Australian people. You will need to be ambitious in promoting and improving gender equality in both private sector and public sector workplaces.
Position contact: Padma Raman, executive director, Office for Women, PM&C
Telephone: (02) 6271 6187.
Torres Strait Regional Authority
Vessel Operations Manager — APS6
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Thursday Island, QLD
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: T01898
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.tsra.gov.au
The opportunity: The Vessel Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and effective operation of the agency’s vessel fleet. This role serves as the Designated Person Ashore (DPA) under the national law and AMSA requirements, providing critical oversight of maritime operations while supporting the professional development of vessel masters who serve as rangers in field operations.
Eligibility: Mandatory requirements:
- Experience working with First Nations staff and communities
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Blue Card
- Current Australian driver’s licence
- Ability to travel extensively and work in remote locations.
Professional qualifications:
- Minimum Coxswain Grade 1 (AMSA)
- Marine Radio Operator’s Certificate of Proficiency
- Current first aid and CPR certification.
Position contact: Daniel Beard
Telephone: (07) 4069 0700.
Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia
Flight Operations Inspector — Fixed Wing (FTO)/Senior Flight Operations Inspector — Fixed Wing (FTO) — Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Brisbane, QLD; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $150,381 to $187,972
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 4267
Security clearance: Australian Security Identification Card
Applications close: Sunday, 11 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.casa.gov.au
The position: The Regulatory Oversight Division is responsible for the provision of aviation safety regulatory services and surveillance and the facilitation of regulatory compliance support to operators and maintenance organisations. The division is also responsible for safety oversight of flight crew aerodromes, RPAS, dangerous goods, cabin safety, ground operations, drug and alcohol management plans, and international operations.
The Flight Testing Office plays a vital role in maintaining standards of flight crew in Australia. It is responsible for oversight activities of the Flight Examiner Rating Course, provides education and mentoring for industry examiners, contributes technical input to the biennial Professional Development Program, and conducts examiner and instructor proficiency checks and flight tests. These responsibilities span Parts 141 and 142, as well as air transport and aerial work operations in aeroplanes, helicopters, and simulators.
This role may also provide broader support to other safety oversight functions across the agency. This is an opportunity to influence industry standards and help develop highly skilled flight examiners and instructors.
This role is preferably located in either Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane; however, other locations will be considered. Interstate travel will be required.
Position contact: Darren Justice
Telephone: (08) 8422 2935.
National Disability Insurance Agency
2025 NDIA Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Non-ongoing
Various locations: ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Salary: $59,830 to $161,291
Classification: APS Level 2, APS Level 3, APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: 2025ERS
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Wednesday, 14 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.ndis.gov.au
The role: The NDIA is looking for people to register their interest for upcoming or future non-ongoing vacancies. Employment periods can range from one week up to 12 months.
Our online application form will ask you to express an interest in roles from the APS2 Level to Executive Level 2 classifications and Senior Executive Service roles. You can select up to two levels for which to be considered.
Opportunities may be across a variety of job families, and you can select up to two job families.
Position contact: DFP Recruitment
Telephone: DFP Recruitment.
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)
National Police Checking Service — Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Classification: APS Level 3
Position number: 6254_10/25_PICS
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Sunday, 18 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.acic.gov.au
The role: Key duties include:
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of allocated workload.
- Contribute to team dynamics by providing advice and input into decision-making.
- Contribute to research and analysis activities.
- Escalate complex inquiries to the team supervisor as needed.
- Provide administrative support for team leaders and senior management.
Position contact: Nicole
Telephone: (02) 6268 7883.
Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC)
AUSTRAC Talent Register
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $57,734 to $170,488
Classification: APS Level 1, APS Level 2, APS Level 3, APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: Several
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Friday, 23 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.austrac.gov.au/
Key duties: AUSTRAC is the Australian Government’s financial intelligence unit and anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulator. Our purpose is to build resilience in the financial system and use financial intelligence and regulation to disrupt money laundering, terrorism financing and other serious crime.
With government and industry partners, we use financial intelligence and regulation to:
- Prevent criminal abuse of the financial sector.
- Help business, government and law enforcement partners detect, deter and disrupt money laundering, terrorism financing and other serious crimes.
- Build and maintain trust and integrity in Australia’s financial system.
AUSTRAC has three main divisions:
- Regulation and Reform – regulates, educates and communicates with our reporting entities to help them meet their legal anti-money-laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) obligations.
- Intelligence – develops and shares financial intelligence to stop financial crime and build capacity with partners.
- Capability and Strategy – creates and drives the workforce strategy and organisational culture that support and enable our people and processes to function seamlessly.
Position contact: Recruitment
Email: [email protected]
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
AIHW Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time; Part-time; Casual, Non-ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $54,516 to $164,355
Classification: APS Level 1, APS Level 2, APS Level 3, APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: 080_06/25
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Saturday, 31 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.aihw.gov.au
The role: The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) is seeking talented people with various skills and experience who are interested in temporary (non-ongoing) work opportunities.
Data Analysts
The AIHW is always seeking talented and enthusiastic Data Analysts to provide data analysis and technical writing support to units across the organisation.
As a Data Analyst, you require an understanding of statistical and information work in a range of subject areas. You will have well-developed skills in statistical work and the ability to manipulate and interrogate databases using a range of software (including, but not limited to, R, Python, and SAS). These positions also require strong oral and written communication skills, and excellent organisational skills.
Project Officer/Managers
The AIHW is seeking experienced Project Managers and Project Officers to support the delivery of our institute-wide statistical and data initiatives. In these roles, you will contribute to the development, coordination, and implementation of key projects. Your ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, along with your strong verbal and written communication skills, will be essential to your success.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals with experience in coordinating health and data-related projects.
Other roles
The Temporary Register is also used to fill other roles within the institute. These include executive assistants, administrative or project support roles, and corporate support roles such as in human resources, information technology, finance, or media, publications and web. We encourage you to apply if you have skills, experience, or qualifications in these fields.
Position contact: AIHW Recruitment Officer
Telephone: (02) 6244 1000.
Administrative Review Tribunal
Temporary Employment Register
Job type: Full-time; Part-time; Casual, Non-ongoing
Location: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $60,567 to $160,176
Classification: APS Level 2, APS Level 3, APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: Several positions
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Saturday, 31 January, 2026
Agency website: https://www.art.gov.au
The opportunity: We are seeking self-motivated, eager learners and experienced candidates with a broad cross-section of skills, experience and qualifications to register for our Temporary Employment Register (TER).
The TER helps the tribunal fill temporary positions across a range of areas and may be offered for up to 12 months initially, with the possibility to extend for a further six months, for a total maximum period of 18 months.
While we anticipate that most opportunities will be at the APS2, APS3 and APS4 levels working in administration/customer service, other opportunities do arise in other areas across the tribunal, but not as regularly.
Candidates should be aware that you will be contacted regarding your application only if a vacancy arises that matches your skills, qualifications, and/or experience.
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (02) 9276 5443.
