Working in the Australian Border Force
The Australian Border Force (ABF) is the operational arm of the Department of Immigration and Border Protection. Our mission is to protect Australia’s border and manage the movement of people and goods across it. The ABF contributes to three national outcomes including strong national security, a strong economy and a prosperous and cohesive society.
We have significant service and enforcement functions, including:
Facilitating the lawful passage of people and goods
Investigations, compliance and enforcement in relation to prohibited goods and immigration malpractice; and
Onshore detention, removals and support to regional processing arrangements.
The Australian Border Force Marine Unit (Marine Unit)
The Marine Unit plays a significant role in border security by maintaining an armed presence around Australia’s coastline and responding to reported or suspected border incidents and illegal activity. This significant capability aids in the maintenance of Australia’s national security and protecting the continuity of the Australian lifestyle.
Australian Border Force Cutters (ABFCs) perform strategic patrols and tactical support for various agencies within and beyond Australia’s 200 nautical mile exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
Australian Border Force vessels may be used to:
counter people, drug and weapons smuggling
apprehend foreign fishing vessels
gather information and intelligence
monitor environmental pollution
assist park management of offshore nature reserves and marine parks; and
assist search and rescue efforts.
There may be opportunities that we can offer on a temporary and/or casual basis in the Marine Unit to meet short term operating pressures. If you have a maritime or enforcement background (and mandatory qualifications), are able to work at sea for lengthy periods of time, be part of a small team in a wide range of environmental conditions, enjoy a challenging workplace environment where duties are varied, can deal with conflict situations and are comfortable wearing a uniform, then working as a Marine Reservist may be for you.
Australian Border Force (ABF) Marine Reserves Register
The ABF Marine Reserves Register is open for candidates to submit an expression of interest for temporary employment with the ABF Marine Unit. The Register enables us to access appropriately skilled and experienced individuals
at short notice for non-ongoing or temporary seagoing positions
.
If you are interested in joining the ABF as an entry-level Border Force Recruit, or permanent seagoing officer you will need to apply for the 2016 recruitment campaign which will be advertised on our
Careers Page
and
APS Jobs
.
Employment opportunities may be offered on a full time or part time basis depending on business needs and requirements, for a specified term up to 12 months.
Your registration will remain active until 31 December 2016. After this time you will need to submit a new expression of interest by reapplying.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians 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
.
Mandatory Marine Qualifications we are seeking are:
Engineering Qualifications
Minimum Qualification
Marine Engineer Driver 3
Highest Qualification
Marine Engineer Class 1
Deck Qualifications
Minimum Qualification
Certificate of Competency (Coxswains)
Highest Qualification
Master < 3000 unlimited
Cook Qualifications
Minimum Qualification
Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery
Highest Qualification
Certificate 4 in Commercial Cookery
Desirable Qualifications
Fluency in Indonesian, Middle Eastern or other languages.
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the online application form and submit an up-to-date resume which includes details of your employment history and contact information of referees. Your resume should be a maximum of two pages. The online application form will ask you to nominate the classification level(s) and location(s) you would like to register your interest against.
If we find you suitable to be considered to work as a Marine Reservist, we will require you to complete the following assessments prior to being offered employment:
Successfully pass a Beep (shuttle) test of 7.5 (excludes Engineer and Cook positions);
Undertake psychometric testing;
Obtain and retain a security clearance to Baseline (Protected) level and an Employment Suitability Clearance;
Obtain and retain Certificate of Medical Fitness for sea duty;
Meet and maintain specified physical fitness standards;
Successfully complete the Enforcement Medical (CSME);
Successfully complete the Use of Force and Functional Fitness Assessment Protocol;
Successfully complete and maintain Advanced First Aid Certificate;
Successfully complete Use of Force training program and maintain an ABF ‘Use of Force’ Permit;
Successfully complete Marine Induction Training as required.
Salary and Allowances
Salary and allowance levels are currently covered under the Department’s Determination S24(3) of the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service Enterprise Agreement 2011-2014 and/or its replacement.
Eligibility
In order to serve in the Australian Border Force as a Marine Reservist, you must be:
an Australian Citizen;
18 years or over
able to obtain and maintain an
Employment Suitability Clearance
(ESC) and a minimum Baseline security clearance from the
Australian Government Security Vetting Agency
(AGSVA)
able to meet medical and fitness standards relevant to the role; and
willing and able to work across a range of domains and locations as required, including undertaking work outside of standard business hours if operational requirements demand
Hold at least one of the mandatory qualifications listed above
Applicants who have taken a voluntary redundancy from an APS Agency may be restricted from subsequent APS employment. For further information on how this may affect you, please refer to the
Australian Public Service Commission
website.
Further Information
For further information about
working in the Australian Border Force, visit our
Careers and Recruitment page
.
Self Assessment Questionnaire
Is the Marine Unit for you?
Questionnaires to help you assess your suitability for the various roles.
http://www.border.gov.au/australian-border-force-abf/protecting/maritime/a-career-in-the-marine-unit/is-the-marine-unit-for-you
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