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Job Req ID: ABF - 140830

Location: Darwin, NT  

Employment Type: Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

Classification: APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer: Iveta SAITZ - Mob: 0421585835

About the role:

The team will work under limited direction to lead patrols in remote areas of the Northern Territory. The APS6 will plan and lead teams in complex environments conducting remote land-based patrols, inshore maritime patrols and surveillance activities to support NT Response.

The APS6 is the lead presence for ABF conducting remote patrols on the border and undertake a range of community engagement activities, including visits to Indigenous communities and commercial enterprises to collect information to inform intelligence led activities.

Role requirements:

• Display integrity, high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality and discretion within a high risk environment.
• Remain agile, flexible and adaptable to new or evolving scenarios and changing priorities.
• Maintain professional boundaries and standards.
• Display resilience.
• Demonstrate leadership.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop remote patrol plans in accordance with departmental intelligence and risk-based planning.
• Assess patrol plans for potential risks or issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present briefing sessions to patrol members and other participants for remote patrols.
• Engage with members of the community to collect information in support of border protection and enforcement activities.
• Contribute to the operational safety of the team and yourself.
• Operate a range of ABF assets, including 4WD vehicles, inshore vessels and navigational equipment to complete patrol activities.

How to apply

GAZ - APS6 - NT - Border Force Supervisor - Remote and Marine Job Details | Department of Home Affair

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 17/03/2026 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted.