There are many, varied roles currently available in the public sector. Photo: File.
Principal Investigator
Division: Compliance & Enforcement
Branch: Investigations
Sections: Various
Location: Adelaide, (SA) Brisbane, (QLD) Canberra, (ACT) Melbourne, (VIC) Perth, (WA), Sydney, (NSW)
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Classification: EL 1 – $115,663 – $124,403
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Job reference: 2023/2723
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 22 October 2023
Apply online: https://awejobs.nga.net.au/cp/
The Jobs: Under limited direction, the Principal Investigator duties may include but are not limited to:
- managing and conducting investigation into alleged breaches of portfolio and other relevant Commonwealth legislation, including significant, complex and protracted matters
- preparing, checking and presenting briefs of evidence for criminal and civil proceedings
- driving innovation and contributing to the continuous improvement of enforcement and business outcomes, including the development and implementation of enforcement and investigative strategies and policies
- establishing and maintaining effective and productive relationships with departmental staff, counterparts in other agencies and industry groups
- representing Investigations and the department at a range of internal and external forums
- taking part in various proactive strategies to promote and encourage voluntary compliance in a regulatory environment
- managing and developing a professional investigation and enforcement team
- identifying risks and vulnerabilities to the department’s operating environment and providing reporting to senior management and departmental risk owners.
Contact officer: Scott Mowat
Telephone: 0448 928 744
Email: [email protected]
Policy Officer/Senior Market Access Officers
Division: Exports & Veterinary Services
Branch: Export Standards
Sections: Various
Location: Canberra, ACT
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Classification: APS 6 – $88,408 – $100,378 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Job reference: 2023/2728
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 23 October 2023
Apply online: https://awejobs.nga.net.au/cp/
The Job: There are multiple positions to be filled across the branch, including a policy officer position in the Codex International Standards section and senior market access officers in market access sections.
Duties of the position in the Codex International Standards section includes but is not limited to:
- supporting technical experts from across Government agencies to participate in Codex meetings and working groups
- coordinating policy and technical input into Australian positions on standards under development by Codex
- contributing to capacity building activities to uplift the engagement of the South-West Pacific region in Codex
- distilling complex processes and technical content into easy-to-understand advice and producing a range of written products and briefs
- developing collaborative relationships and liaising effectively with the Codex Secretariat in Rome and other Codex contact Points around the world
- promoting best practice stakeholder engagement and developing institutional knowledge
- representing Codex Australia in discussions within the portfolio and with external stakeholders, including other organisations and industry
- assisting with the delivery of an international meeting of approximately 200 delegates from over 60 countries in the second half of 2024 (CCFICS) and the co-ordination of its intersessional work.
Contact officer: Scott Mersch
Telephone: 0481 248 487
Email: [email protected]
Senior Investigator
Division: Compliance & Enforcement
Branch: Investigations
Section: Investigations, Criminal, Regulatory and Civil Enforcement
Location: Adelaide, SA, Brisbane, QLD, Canberra, ACT, Melbourne, VIC, Perth, WA, Sydney, NSW
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Classification: APS 6 – $88,408 – $100,378 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Job reference: 2023/2727
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 24 October 2023
Apply online: https://awejobs.nga.net.au/cp/
Who we are: The Investigations Branch is responsible for undertaking investigative and enforcement actions associated with biosecurity, food safety, export operations, illegal logging, and other portfolio legislation. The branch is also responsible for policy and advice associated with enforcement and regulatory practice as well as the implementation of enforcement related sanctions underpinned by new portfolio legislation. Investigation teams are located around Australia and investigations often have national and, at times, transnational focus. This work is supported by collaborative arrangement with other state and commonwealth regulators as well as law enforcement agencies.
Contact officer: Scott Mowat
Telephone: 0448 928 744
Email: [email protected]
Vector Surveillance Officer
Division: Biosecurity Plant and Science Services
Branch: Science & Surveillance
Section: OSS – Surveillance
Location: Adelaide (SA), Cairns (QLD), Melbourne (VIC) and Sydney (NSW)
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Classification: APS 4 – $72,002 – $78,386 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: Baseline Vetting
Job reference: 2023/2763
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 25 October 2023
Apply online: https://awejobs.nga.net.au/cp/
Who we are: The Biosecurity Plant and Science Services Division (BPSSD) safeguards Australia’s plant health status to achieve, maintain and expand overseas markets, while protecting the economy and environment.
The division conducts surveillance and response at first points of entry and approved arrangements sites nationally, and delivers plant, animal and aquatic health surveillance in northern Australia. The division works closely with communities and Indigenous rangers and regulates biosecurity risk in the Torres Strait.
Contact officer: Kyran Staunton
Telephone: 0477 194 723
Email: [email protected]
Senior Policy Officer
Division: Heritage
Branch: World & National Heritage
Section: International Heritage
Location: Canberra, ACT
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Classification: APS 6 – $88,408 – $100,378 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: Baseline Vetting
Job reference: 2023/4018
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 22 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
Who we are: The Heritage Division brings together people who are passionate about Australia’s rich natural, First Nations, and historic heritage, people who are committed to ensuring the preservation and sustainable management of these unique heritage places and the plants and animals that call them home.
The World and National Heritage Branch plays a key role in identifying, protecting, and promoting Australia’s significant natural, First Nations and historic heritage places that are included on the World, National and Commonwealth Heritage lists.
The job: We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person who thrives in a fast-paced work environment and who is committed to taking a collaborative and consultative approach to high profile projects. As a Senior Policy Officer you will be responsible for leading policy development and implementation related to enhancing the participation of First Nations people in the World Heritage system.
This position is an ‘Identified’ position which signifies that the role has a strong involvement in issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The successful applicant must have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People.
Contact officer: Caroline Brusse
Telephone: 0436 424 872
Email: [email protected]
Senior Ranger, Norfolk Island National Park
Division: Parks Australia
Branch: Marine & Island Parks
Section: Norfolk Island
Location: Norfolk Island, NSW
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Classification: APS 4 – $72,002 – $78,386 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: None
Job reference: 2023/4027
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 22 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
The job: The Senior Ranger, Norfolk Island National Park will supervise a team of Rangers and volunteers to assist the Chief Ranger and Natural Resource Manager in undertaking a range of field-based activities, including invasive species management, infrastructure maintenance, threatened species survey and monitoring and bushland regeneration works.
Contact officer: Nigel Greenup
Telephone: 00116723 22695
Email: [email protected]
Technical Officer
Division: Parks Australia
Branch: Office of the Supervising Scientist
Section: ERISS
Location: Darwin, NT
Employment status: Non-ongoing (temporary)
Classification: APS 4 – $72,002 – $78,386 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: None
Job reference: 2023/4074
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 22 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
Who we are: The Office of the Supervising Scientist is a specialist scientific area within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (Commonwealth). We are responsible for protecting the people and environment of the Alligator Rivers Region, including Kakadu National Park, from the effects of uranium mining. We conduct environmental research and monitoring around operating and rehabilitated uranium mining sites, participate in and oversee the regulatory process, and develop standards and practices for environmental protection.
The job:
- Assist with the laboratory duties for research projects such as macroinvertebrate sorting and identification, fish counting, DNA extraction and PCR, maintenance of plant and animal cultures and associated facilities and equipment.
- Provide fieldwork support to various projects undertaking tasks such as sampling of invertebrate species and fish species surveys.
- Undertake clerical duties including measurement, recording, and filing of data, and assisting with the analysis and interpretation of information/data and preparation of reports.
- Aid in the development and implementation of procedures for the quality control and quality assurance system of the WASQ laboratory and field work.
Contact officer: Lisa Chandler
Telephone: 08 8919 1029
Email: [email protected]
Public Affairs Officer
Division: Water Infrastructure & Investment
Branch: Regional Program Delivery
Section: Strategy and Engagement Team
Location: Adelaide, SA, Brisbane, QLD, Canberra, ACT, Darwin, NT, Melbourne, VIC, Perth, WA, Sydney, NSW, Other
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Classification: Public Affairs Officer 1 (APS4 – APS5) – $72,002 – $85,960 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: Baseline Vetting
Job reference: 2023/3975
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 25 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
Who we are: The Water Investment and Infrastructure Division is responsible for overseeing billions of dollars of investment in rural and regionally focused projects, programs and initiatives that increase climate resilience, deliver secure, affordable and reliable water and contribute to a functioning, healthy and resilient environment.
The Division works in partnership with state and territory governments and leading science organisations to identify, plan and deliver Australia’s next generation of water infrastructure through robust planning and responsible investment decisions that contribute to nature positive outcomes.
The job: Working in a fast-paced environment, the Public Affairs Officer is part of dynamic team managing media and communication for the Water Infrastructure and Investment Division. You will be highly organised and have input into strategic planning, while also being able to pivot and manage day-to-day communication activities.
Contact officer: Joanna Thompson
Telephone: 0428 785 992
Email: [email protected]
Public Affairs Officer
Division: Water Infrastructure & Investment
Branch: Water Recovery
Section: Strategy and Engagement Team
Location: Adelaide, SA, Brisbane, QLD, Canberra, ACT, Darwin, NT, Melbourne, VIC, Perth, WA, Sydney, NSW, Other
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Classification: Public Affairs Officer 2 (APS 6) – $91,057 – $103,642 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: Baseline Vetting
Job reference: 2023/3985
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 25 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
Who we are: The Water Investment and Infrastructure Division is responsible for overseeing billions of dollars of investment in rural and regionally focused projects, programs and initiatives that increase climate resilience, deliver secure, affordable and reliable water and contribute to a functioning, healthy and resilient environment.
The job: Working in a fast-paced environment, the Public Affairs Officer is part of dynamic team managing media and communication for the Water Infrastructure and Investment Division. You will be highly organised and have input into strategic planning, while also being able to pivot and manage day-to-day communication activities.
Contact officer: Joanna Thompson
Telephone: 0428 785 992
Email: [email protected]
Director, Conservation Science
Division: Parks Australia
Branch: Strategic Partnership & Australian National Botanic Gardens
Section: Conservation Science
Location: Canberra, ACT, Darwin, NT
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Classification: EL 2 – $136,118 – $158,149 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: None
Job reference: 2023/3978
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 30 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
Who we are: The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department).
We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future.
Contact officer: Peter Byron
Telephone: 02 6250 9501
Email: [email protected]
Director, Biodiversity Science and Knowledge
Division: Parks Australia
Branch: Strategic Partnership & Australian National Botanic Gardens
Section: Biodiversity Conservation & Knowledge
Location: Canberra, ACT
Employment status: Ongoing (permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Classification: EL 2 – $136,118 – $158,149 per annum plus superannuation
Security clearance: None
Job reference: 2023/4094
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 30 October 2023
Apply online: https://dcceewjobs.nga.net.au
Who we are: The Strategic Partnerships and Australian National Botanic Gardens (ANBG) Branch invests in a great diversity of scientific activities, supporting the DNP and all parks and botanic gardens by providing scientific strategic policy and planning support.
We contribute to national and international protected area policies and coordinated on-park conservation research. Much emphasis is given to collaborative relationships and coordination of strategic partnerships to establish effective agency-wide partnership capability, embedding science into decision-making at all levels.
Biodiversity Science & Knowledge section is located at the Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra ACT.
Contact officer: Peter Byron
Telephone: 02 6250 9501
Email: [email protected]
APS 2 and APS 3 Finance officers
Department of Health and Aged Care
Division: Financial Management
Branch: Corporate and Financial Services Branch
Section: Financial Services Section
Location: Canberra, ACT – Darwin, NT – Perth, WA – Adelaide, SA – Melbourne, VIC – Brisbane, QLD – Sydney, NSW – Hobart, TAS
Status: Ongoing & Non-ongoing
Employment type: Full-time & Part-time
Classification: APS Level 2 & APS Level 3
Salary range: $67,008 – $74,273
Job reference: 23-FMDIV-19581
Applications close: 11:30pm (AEDT), 23 October 2023
Apply online: https://healthjobs.nga.net.au
Key responsibilities:
- Assist with delivering one of the services provided by the Section: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Debt Management, Expense Management (travel and credit cards), System Support, Assurance or Reporting and Data
- Respond to customer and stakeholder enquiries, via telephone, email & shared systems
- Liaise with supervisors, colleagues, and stakeholders to investigate and resolve complex enquiries
- Consistently provide outstanding customer service
- Contribute to service improvement activities on a regular basis
- Navigate and maintain accurate record keeping in records management systems
- Conduct quality assurance activities
- Develop procedures to ensure consistency in tasks & mitigate risk
- Provide on the job training and support for staff
- Plan and coordinate daily tasks for a small team
- Perform financial and transaction processing activities in the Department’s financial management systems.
Contact officer: Stephen Jeffery
Telephone: 02 6289 5260
Email: [email protected]
APS 5 – Junior Developer and Process Controller – Process Automation
Branch: Hub Operation
Group: Community Grants Hub
Location: National Office, Tuggeranong
Employment type: Full-time
Job type: Ongoing / Non-ongoing
Classification: APS 5
Salary: $83,213 – $88,865 plus 15.4% super
Job reference: EXT-2023-0970
Security clearance: Baseline
Applications close: 11:30pm (AEDT), 23 October 2023
Apply online: https://dsscareers.nga.net.au
Position description: The Automation Services Team within the Hub Operations Branch is responsible for delivering automated solutions using Blue Prism software for business processes throughout the Community Grants Hub within the Department of Social Services.
The Automation Services Team works closely with business and IT teams within the department collaborating to find efficiencies, reduce manual and repetitive tasks, add value and provide greater client focus and support.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of supporting and streamlining staff work within the Hub.
Contact officer: Melanie Martinez
Telephone: 02 6146 3826
Email: [email protected]
APS 6 – Team Leader, Business Support – Community Grants Hub
Branch: Hub Operation
Group: Community Grants Hub
Location: Canberra, Sydney
Employment type: Full-time
Job type: Ongoing / Non-ongoing
Classification: APS 6
Salary: $91,145 – $102,448 plus 15.4% super
Security clearance: Baseline
Job reference: EXT-2023-1025
Applications close: 11:30pm (AEDT), 23 October 2023
Apply online: https://dsscareers.nga.net.au
Position description: The Team Leader role involves leading a team which provides enabling functions and advice to Hub branches and Executive on various aspects of human resource management such as workforce metrics, recruitment, labour hire engagement, procurement and staff movements.
The team supports the management of the Hub’s contractor RCTI payment system and the organisation structures in our corporate systems, and provides support to the Hub Operations Branch through coordination of reports, requests for input and advice, and development of branch improvement opportunities.
The team works closely with a number of corporate and enabling areas including Recruitment and with the Stream Finance Team to assist the Executive manage budget and staffing/contractor levels.
Contact officer: Catarina Bons
Telephone: 02 9942 5711
Email: [email protected]
EL2 – Director, Pensions, Housing and Homelessness Group
Branch: Payment Structures and Seniors and Housing and Homelessness Strategy and Data
Group: Pensions, Housing and Homelessness
Location: Canberra, ACT
Employment type: Full-time / Part-time
Job type: Ongoing / Non-ongoing
Classification: EL2
Salary: $133,851 – $157,811 plus 15.4% super
Security clearance: Baseline
Job reference: EXT-2023-0840
Applications close: 11:30pm (AEDT), 26 October 2023
Apply online: https://dsscareers.nga.net.au
The role: The Pensions, Housing and Homelessness Group is offering multiple Executive Level 2 positions. We are seeking experienced and high-performing individuals to undertake the role of a team Director. In this role, you will lead a team on a diverse range of projects to support policy and/or program development.
You will be responsible for providing direction and oversight of your section’s functions, including the development and implementation of social security policy and/or housing and homelessness policy, working with stakeholders, preparing complex material and advice for Government and demonstrating overall leadership.
What you will do: As a Director in the Pensions, Housing and Homelessness Group, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of social security and/or housing and homelessness policy to support Government priorities. You may also be responsible for regulatory and compliance activities.
Contact officer: Gillian Beer
Telephone: 02 6146 5078
Email: [email protected]
SES Band 2 – Group Manager – Identified
Group: Various
Location: Canberra, ACT, Adelaide, South Australia, Brisbane, Queensland, Darwin, Northern Territory, Hobart, Tasmania, Melbourne, Victoria, Perth, Western Australia, Sydney, New South Wales
Employment type: Full-time
Job type: Ongoing and Non-ongoing
Classification: SES Band 2 (several roles)
Security clearance: Negative Vetting Level 1
Job reference: EXT-2023-1055
Applications close: 11:00pm (AEDT), 25 October 2023
Apply online: https://dsscareers.nga.net.au
Position description: The department is seeking outstanding senior executives to fill a number of Group Manager (SES Band 2) positions in the Social Security, Families and Communities, and Disability and Carers Streams. It is expected that a merit pool will be created through this process, which may be accessed for any future vacancies.
As Group Manager, and a key member of the department’s Executive team, you will be a high performing executive who can lead a complex work program and contribute to the leadership of the department through active involvement in executive decision-making, representational activities and working collaboratively to provide strategic direction and drive a culture of high performance. You will make a substantial contribution to the delivery of key government priorities and engage with a broad range of stakeholders in delivering policies and programs that enhance outcomes for Australians.
To be a strong contender you will have outstanding leadership skills. You will also have, a demonstrated record of achievement, excellent interpersonal skills and sound judgement. You will be committed to innovation in policy development and its implementation and to creating workplace cultures that are collaborative and supportive. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and ideally have experience in working on multidimensional and complex issues.
Contact officer: Deedee Allison
Telephone: 0459 985 117
Email: [email protected]
