Irregular and Intermittent Employees (IIEs/Casual) are employed with the Australian Border Force (ABF) at the APS2 classification and assist frontline operational teams to meet peaks associated with the movement of people and goods across the border. IIEs are predominantly required to work at international airports to alleviate pressure on existing teams during periods of increased flight departures and arrivals. They are also utilised to work in teams dealing Maritime as well as general administration areas.

IIEs receive a 25 per cent loading on the base hourly rate of their classification. Further information can be found in the Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2027.

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Our ideal candidate The ABF is currently looking for flexible, adaptable and reliable people to undertake work on a casual basis at the APS2 classification. The skills we need include:

- Organisation.
- Robust Communicator.
- Client Service capabilities.
- Adapt to situations to successfully resolve conflict.
- Emotional intelligence.

- Provide basic administration support under guidance.
- Operate basic information technology systems.
- Develop and maintain effective and productive working relationships/partnerships.
- Work as part of a team.

These roles are frontline roles which require officers to wear the ABF uniform and represent the ABF professionally in the public domain. Officers must be capable of interacting with members of the community and foreign visitors.

Additional information In the ABF we are looking for Officers who can:

- Commit to our values and behaviours, maintaining a high level of integrity and professionalism.
- Commit to community engagement and protection as well as client service.





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.

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

AI tools may be used to support parts of this recruitment process. The selection panel will disclose where and how AI is used.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

📌 Casual and Non-Ongoing Assistant Border Force Officer (Australia)
🏢 Department of Home Affairs
📍 Australia