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Austrade
General Manager International — Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Location: International
Classification: Senior Executive Service Band 2
Position number: 6304_05/26
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 2
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.austrade.gov.au
The role: Leading experienced Australians and locally engaged teams, the General Manager International — Mainland China, Hong Kong & Taiwan is based in Beijing and a member of a global network that reports to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO), who is based in Australia. The role is responsible for:
- A global, flexible and diverse organisation.
- Contributing to Australia’s global reputation by promoting Australian capability in the region using global objectives and priorities to guide local strategy.
- Assisting Australian companies achieve commercial trade outcomes, securing productive foreign investment into Australia.
- Advancing Australia’s strengths as a highly attractive destination for investors.
- Representing Austrade and Australia in a range of high-level corporate and government settings in Australia and across the Greater China Region.
As a member of the senior management team, the General Manager International will work collaboratively to deliver the Australian Government’s trade and investment priorities and contribute to Austrade’s broader leadership and strategic objectives.
Position contact: Emma Alberici
Email: [email protected].
National Health Funding Body
Director, Data, Modelling and Analysis
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $146,283 to $173,193
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: 20023143
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.publichospitalfunding.gov.au
The position: The Director, Data, Modelling and Analysis (DMA) is a critical leadership role within the National Health Funding Body, reporting to the Deputy CEO and a member of the Executive Leadership Group. The Director is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team of analysts and data specialists who calculate, reconcile and report on Commonwealth public hospital funding contributions to all states and territories, directly informing hundreds of millions of dollars in payments each year.
Operating under the National Health Reform Agreement Addendum 2026-31, the Director ensures that funding calculations are accurate and delivered on time, that the integrity of Commonwealth hospital funding is actively protected through data-matching programs, and that stakeholders, including Treasury, IHACPA, AIHW, jurisdictions and the Administrator, receive high-quality analysis and advice.
This is a high-trust, high-consequence role. The Director is expected to bring deep technical knowledge of public hospital funding frameworks, strong leadership capability, and a collaborative, outward-facing approach to stakeholder engagement.
The Director also contributes to corporate governance, strategic planning and organisational performance to ensure the NHFB operates as a high-performing agency, promoting the NHFB’s values and behaviours (“One NHFB”, “Enhance trust”, “Open communication”, “Own it”) alongside the APS values.
Position contact: Leonie Clemson
Telephone: (02) 5132 0840.
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Assistant Director — Mergers
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Townsville, QLD
Salary: $127,908 to $141,555
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: EA2026/126
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.accc.gov.au
Position overview: We are seeking new team members to start soon, and also as late as the second quarter of 2027.
While the roles will most likely be in one of our Mergers branches, similar opportunities may also be available in the Competition Exemptions section.
Assistant Directors work under the limited direction of Directors and are responsible for a range of work, which may include:
- Analysing, and leading teams to analyse submissions, facts and data to draw evidence-based conclusions on competition issues arising from mergers and presenting that analysis in recommendations to ACCC Commissioners and Senior Managers.
- Managing consultation with key stakeholders, which may include market participants and other Australian government agencies.
- Strategic planning and appropriately engaging with risk.
- Supervising and developing staff, including assisting with providing effective leadership and development to a team of skilled professional staff and contributing to the leadership of the branch and division.
- Working closely with other parts of the ACCC and leading productive working relationships with the ACCC’s internal lawyers and economists.
- Liaising with other Australian Government agencies and overseas competition and consumer agencies about the ACCC’s mergers work.
- Leading aspects of Australian Competition Tribunal review matters and litigated merger matters, including preparation of instructions for the ACCC’s lawyers and liaison with consultants.
Position contact: Charlotte van Beek
Telephone: 0411 051 549.
Department of Defence
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Governance Manager
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Williamtown, NSW
Salary: $99,733 to $112,431
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: CASG/03378/26
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: As an APS 6 HSE Governance Manager within the Air Warfare Systems Program Office (AWSPO), you will assure internal and external HSE and associated facilities’ compliance with Defence policy and relevant legislation, while supporting safe and effective workplace practices.
Working within an integrated workforce, you will provide WHS and facilities governance expertise, including the planning, coordination and management of governance activities. You will provide WHS and facilities advice to internal and external stakeholders and senior leaders, undertaking analysis to inform decision-making and prepare briefs, reports and submissions.
You will manage the AWSPO’s internal HSE framework and systems, providing HSE management expertise, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace for all AWSPO staff. The role requires initiative, autonomy, sound judgment and the ability to manage competing priorities while contributing to organisational outcomes.
Position contact: Bart Jarvis
Telephone: (02) 4077 9809.
Geoscience Australia
Geoscientist
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Symonston, ACT
Salary: $101,080 to $117,002
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: 17764
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.ga.gov.au
The role: Geoscience Australia acquires, processes, interprets and delivers precompetitive data and information. This data is instrumental in supporting the organisation’s objective to provide high-quality geoscientific insights to the government, industry and the community. Through these efforts, Geoscience Australia informs national decision-making and contributes to the sustainable growth of the nation’s resource wealth.
In this role, you will support the planning, acquisition and interpretation of nationally significant precompetitive surveys as part of our regional-scale projects. You will play a key role in driving the stakeholder engagement that underpins these acquisition programs, connecting with landholders, traditional owners, industry and government. Additionally, you will be central to managing data-acquisition contracts and ensuring the highest standards of geoscience data and contract delivery are met. Cooperation and collaboration with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders are essential, and you will also have opportunities for business travel and fieldwork.
Position contact: Chris Lewis
Telephone: (02) 6249 9248.
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Senior Analyst
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW; Townsville, QLD
Salary: $102,947 to $115,384
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: EA2026/1252
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.accc.gov.au
The role: Key duties include:
- Undertake assessments and competition analysis of mergers across a wide range of industries, and present that analysis in recommendations to ACCC Commissioners and Senior Managers.
- Provide economic, legal or data advice and analysis.
- Conduct consultations with market participants and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including merger parties and their lawyers.
- Liaise with other Australian Government agencies and overseas competition and consumer agencies about the ACCC’s mergers work.
- Supervise and develop more junior staff.
- Assist with the review of our decisions by the Australian Competition Tribunal, including preparation of instructions for the ACCC’s lawyers and liaison with expert consultants.
Position contact: Shannon Sau
Email: [email protected].
Department of Defence
2027 DSTG Summer Vacation Placement Program
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Locations: Eagle Farm, QLD; Edinburgh, SA; Fishermans Bend, VIC; Launceston, TAS
Salary: $63,449 to $89,377
Position number: DSTG/02533/26
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 12 July
Agency website: https://www.defence.gov.au
The role: The Summer Vacation Placement (SVP) program offers 12-week paid projects for undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students, allowing them to find their STEM pathway with a Defence placement at Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG).
SVP students apply their university knowledge to a practical project around current Defence research. This provides successful applicants with the opportunity to gain work experience in a diverse research organisation and experience a dynamic and stimulating workplace.
Successful applicants will undertake a research project at a DSTG laboratory under the supervision of experienced staff. Research projects span the full breadth of the STEM research carried out at DSTG.
The program begins on Monday, 30 November, to coincide with the university summer break and will finish on Friday, 19 February, 2027.
Position contact: David Broderick
Email: [email protected].
Attorney-General’s Department
Commissioner
Job type: Full-time, Non-ongoing
Locations: Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Classification: Statutory Appointment
Position number: N/A
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Monday, 13 July
Agency website: https://www.ag.gov.au
The role: The Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest from outstanding leaders with an impressive record of achievement and a demonstrated commitment to integrity and accountability for appointment as the Commissioner of the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
To be a strong contender, you will have high standing and a proven ability to coordinate and lead complex investigations, engage persuasively, facilitate cooperation and partnerships, and communicate accessibly and persuasively with a range of audiences about the commission’s role and the importance of integrity in the Commonwealth public sector. This will be complemented by an excellent understanding and practical experience in administrative and/or criminal law, sound judgment and personal resilience, demonstrated professionalism and a personal style that engenders trust and respect. You will have the ability to lead an organisation and build a positive culture, committed to delivery. You will have the highest standards of personal integrity and a demonstrated ability to promulgate those standards within an organisation and across the system.
The Commissioner will exercise a broad range of powers, including significant coercive powers and the power to hold compulsory hearings, including in public. As Commissioner, you will work closely with other Commonwealth integrity agency heads to strengthen integrity and prevent corruption across the Commonwealth. You will build strong and enduring relationships with key stakeholders in government and civil society, including with heads of government agencies, state and territory counterparts and integrity experts.
The Commissioner is the head of the commission and is supported by up to three Deputy Commissioners and the CEO.
Position contact: Beaumont and Beaumont
Telephone: (02) 6126 4500.
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
Director — Indigenous Protected Areas — Identified
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Darwin, NT; Hobart, TAS; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $151,938 to $176,530
Classification: Executive Level 2
Position number: 2026/1248
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Monday, 13 July
Agency website: https://www.dcceew.gov.au
The role: We are seeking an EL2 to lead a Regional Engagement Team delivering the IPA Program. Reporting to the Branch Head, you will collaborate with two other IPA EL2s. The Regional Engagement Team builds strong, respectful relationships with IPA providers, ranger groups and key partners. It works closely with First Nations organisations to support community-led IPA projects on Country, providing practical guidance on planning, reporting, funding requirements and IPA management plans. Travel to remote and regional areas may be required. You will administer the grant program, review program and budget reporting, monitor progress and help providers navigate operational, governance or workforce challenges. You will also provide advice on environmental matters and contribute to broader program and policy work. These roles suit people who enjoy working directly with groups, solving practical problems, and supporting on-Country delivery.
We are seeking an EL2 staff member to provide strong leadership and foster a high-performing, supportive culture within a regional engagement context. Reporting to the Branch Head, the role leads a small team to deliver the IPA Program in partnership with traditional owners, proactively driving engagement to ensure IPA providers implement their management plans and fulfil grant requirements.
Position contact: Tia Stevens
Email: [email protected].
Australian Human Rights Commission
Senior Employee Relations & People Risk Adviser
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Sydney, NSW
Salary: $121,755 to $133,986
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position number: 1025
Applications close: Monday, 13 July
Agency website: https://humanrights.gov.au
The role: Key duties include:
- Provide practical, compliant ER advice to managers and employees in line with APS frameworks and Enterprise Agreements.
- Manage complex and sensitive ER matters end-to-end (performance, conduct, grievances, investigations).
- Oversee the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of WHS practices.
- Develop and maintain WHS policies, procedures and guidance to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Design and support wellbeing initiatives that enhance employee experience.
- Manage psychosocial risk processes and provide insights on emerging risks.
- Support and strengthen the Respect@Work framework across the organisation.
Position contact: Merle Mendonca
Email: [email protected].
Department of Parliamentary Services
Project Liaison Officer — Electrical
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Salary: $101,168 to $103,706
Classification: APS Level 6
Position number: JR33339
Applications close: Tuesday, 14 July
Agency website: https://jobs.dps.gov.au
The role: The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Service Level 6 Project Liaison Officer — Electrical within Property Services.
The Property Service Branch is seeking to recruit a motivated, adaptable and innovative person for the Project Liaison Officer — Electrical role within Electrical Services. Electrical Services is a unit within Maintenance Services, responsible for the electrical infrastructure, associated plant and equipment of the building.
Maintenance Services is the maintenance authority for Parliament House and is responsible for repairs and maintenance of the building’s structure, fabric, finishes, landscape, and all engineering services such as air-conditioning, power, lighting, hydraulic services, and movement systems.
The Project Liaison Officer — Electrical will be responsible for providing technical support and approvals for programmed works. They will manage minor electrical projects and coordination with other trades and clients while ensuring relevant specifications, statutory codes, WHS policies and procedures are met. In addition to this, the role plays an integral part in the overall support functions for the administration area in Electrical Services.
Position contact: James O’Shea
Telephone: 6277 5127.
Australian Communications and Media Authority
Senior Lawyer
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing; Non-ongoing
Locations: Belconnen, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Pyrmont, NSW
Salary: $121,755 to $147,652
Classification: Executive Level 1, Government Lawyer
Position number: 3025-2026-1
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Thursday, 16 July
Agency website: http://www.acma.gov.au
The role: This role provides an opportunity for a highly skilled lawyer who will contribute to maximising the economic and social benefits of communications and media in Australia.
As a Senior Lawyer within the ACMA’s in-house legal team, the successful candidate will have a key role in providing high-quality and strategic legal advice and assistance to the authority and operational teams. Among other reponsibilities, this will include duties as the legal adviser assisting with the conduct of investigations, litigation and regulatory projects.
The key duties of the position include:
- Providing accurate and well-researched strategic advice that takes into account policy objectives and legal risks, delivered within agreed timeframes.
- Drafting legal documents and instruments that are legally accurate and demonstrate an understanding of client functions and requirements.
- Having carriage of compliance and enforcement matters, including administrative hearings and litigation.
- Advising on and managing applications under the Freedom of Information Act 1982.
- Effectively communicating with internal clients and external parties, including external legal services providers.
- Demonstrating and supporting a positive team culture and work environment by being respectful, collaborative and productive.
Position contact: Laurie Korpi
Telephone: (02) 9334 7788.
Services Australia
Services Australia Temporary Legal Professional Register
Job type: Full-time; Part-time, Non-ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Newcastle, NSW; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $79,322 to $179,018
Classification: APS Level 4, APS Level 5, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Executive Level 2
Position number: TER-M-2026-475
Security clearance: As required
Applications close: Friday, 17 July
Agency website: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au
The role: Services Australia maintains a register of people interested in temporary (non-ongoing) employment opportunities in various legal and non-legal professional roles, levels and locations throughout Australia.
We may use this register to identify candidates for future opportunities to temporarily fill professional roles in the Legal Services Corporate Division and Customer Division, across a range of levels from APS4 to Executive Level 2.
Legal roles available may include:
- Government Lawyer (APS5)
- Government Lawyer (APS6)
- Senior Government Lawyer (EL1)
- Principal Government Lawyer (EL2)
- Deputy General Counsel (EL2).
Non-legal roles available may include:
- Assistant Paralegal (APS4)
- Paralegal (APS5)
- Freedom of Information Officer/Privacy Officer (APS5)
- Senior Freedom of Information Officer/Privacy Officer (APS6)
- Liaison Officer (APS5)
- Senior Liaison Officer (APS6).
Contact: Recruitment Team
Email: [email protected].
Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC)
Executive Director, Mission Coordination and Analysis
Job type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Canberra, ACT
Classification: Senior Executive Service Band 2
Position number: 6551_06/26_MCA
Security clearance: Negative Vetting 1
Applications close: Sunday, 19 July
Agency website: https://www.acic.gov.au
Position overview: As the Executive Director, Mission Coordination and Analysis (EDMCA), you will play a pivotal senior leadership role in shaping the strategic priorities of the ACIC and working to support its critical intelligence mission. The position sits within the Intelligence Group and reports directly to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer — Intelligence.
As EDMCA, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership team, contributing to the development of long-term strategies and policies to ensure the ACIC’s sustainability and capability to deliver against its criminal intelligence objectives, in a dynamic and complex operating environment. You will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government departments, law enforcement and intelligence partners and other external organisations, ensuring that ACIC remains a trusted and valuable partner in safeguarding Australia’s national security.
Contact: Beaumont & Beaumont
Telephone: (02) 6126 4500.
Austrade
Austrade Graduate Program 2027
Job type: Full-time; Ongoing
Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Sydney, NSW
Salary: $70,477 to $70,477
Classification: APS Level 3
Position number: 6377
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: Sunday, 19 July
Agency website: https://www.austrade.gov.au
The role: Austrade welcomes graduates from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds who are curious, purpose-driven, and motivated to contribute to Australia’s economic prosperity. You’ll need to enjoy building relationships, have strong analytical and communication skills, and bring an interest in diverse business cultures.
We would particularly welcome interest from First Nations applicants, and as an international-facing organisation, we also highly regard cultural capability and non-English language proficiency, especially in Japanese, Chinese, Indonesian and Arabic.
At Austrade, we’re looking for collaborative, outcomes-focused and high-performing graduates who want to:
- Build meaningful connections with Australia’s international partners.
- Tackle complex global challenges, such as the net- zero transition and supply chain resilience.
- Help Australian businesses grow through attracting, promoting and facilitating international trade and investment.
- Safeguard our region by protecting international directions and helping Australians overseas
- Work as a team and through partnerships across government and industry to drive trade, investment and visitor economy outcomes.
Position contact: Scott Middlebrook
Telephone: (03) 9648 3194.
