Border Force Officer Recruit BFORT Affirmative Measure First Nations

Job Req ID

ABF-134635

Location

NSW; NT; QLD; SA; VIC; WA

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Classification

APS Level 3 - $64,392. 00 and $73,981. 00 plus 15. 4% super (part-time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Office Arrangements

Onsite - Due to classroom-based training and operational requirements.

Applications close on 09/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 200 immediate position/s.
Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in NSW; NT; QLD; SA; VIC; WA.

AM Indigenous - The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

About our team

Ports & Enforcement | ABF Workforce | ABF College | Foundation and Ports Faculty

The Border Force Officer Recruit Training (BFORT) program aims to provide the Australian Border Force (ABF) with an operational law enforcement focused workforce, which is trained and equipped to undertake functions across the entire border continuum. Operating under a command and control model, the mission of the ABF is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade. The program equips BFORT recruits with skills and knowledge to enable them to be disciplined, multi-skilled, team-oriented, mobile, and deployable to the operational needs of the ABF.

BFORT recruits undertake their 12 months training at the APS3 classification ($64,392. 00 - $73,981. 00) + 15. 4% superannuation. Upon successfully completing the BFORT course, you will graduate as a permanent Border Force Officer at the APS3 classification.

Our ideal candidate

The ABF are seeking individuals who can demonstrate the following:

• Undertake research that utilises critical thinking skills to analyse issues and to develop reasoned conclusions to apply findings
• Complete tasks within set timeframes, monitor own progress and seek feedback on results
• Facilitate positive interactions with clients, peers and stakeholders to achieve results by being respectful of differences in culture, language, gender, and religion
• Monitor own performance and access opportunities for ongoing development
• Display integrity while demonstrating sound judgement and decision making.

Duties and responsibilities

The ABF's public image is a critical component of our identity, brand, and reputation as a professional law enforcement agency. Adhering to the highest standards of dress, appearance, and grooming contributes to the maintenance of the public image.

The Border Force Officer Recruit Trainee (BFORT) will be required to:

• Attend classroom-type training in a range of locations and participate in on-the-job training and education
• Participate in a series of work placements in both office hours and shift-work environments, including weekend and night shifts
• Collaborate as part of a team in a dynamic border protection environment to process passengers at air and sea ports, including interacting with and questioning travellers/detainees and other persons of diverse backgrounds
• Use personal protection equipment
• Use technology, equipment and vehicles, such as:
  • X-ray machines, electronic substance and trace detection testing equipment
  • Tools for recording purposes and examination of cargo, mail, baggage, and documents
  • Driving official vehicles and embarking and disembarking vessels at berths and at sea.

Additional information

These roles may require:

• Interstate travel
• Varied hours of work including weekends and shift work
• Travelling to and from different locations by all modes of transport
• Working in challenging environmental conditions, including remote areas

Mandatory requirements

• A primary course of an approved COVID-19 vaccination (boosters are not required)
• A minimum of Baseline (Protected) level security clearance
• Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC)
• Medical and Fitness Standards
• Recruits must successfully complete all elements of the training and probationary requirements.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 09/02/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT - Late applications will not be accepted.

To submit your application successfully, please upload into the provided fields:

• A copy of your CV to the Applicant Response
• Details of two referees.

*If you are not of First Nations heritage, please apply through GAZ - APS3 - NSW, QLD, VIC, WA, NT & SA - Border Force Officer Recruit (BFORT) Generalist (JR134634)

Evidence of heritage

Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

A confirmation must stipulate that a person:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• is accepted as such by the community in which they live, or formerly lived.

Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage can be provided by a wide range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and bodies, and commonly include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Land Councils
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporations
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical services.

Eligibility

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.

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

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:

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