The Fair Work Ombudsman is looking for an experienced criminal investigator and leader to join the Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman’s (OFWO) Criminal Investigations Branch as an Assistant Director – Criminal Investigations.

This is an prospect to apply established criminal investigation expertise in an emerging Commonwealth criminal jurisdiction and help build the investigative practices and capability of a developing specialist branch.

As an Assistant Director – Criminal Investigations, you will lead a small team and provide operational and technical leadership on complex criminal investigations and the preparation of briefs of evidence for potential referral to the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions. You will also play an important role in developing the capability of investigators and strengthening criminal investigation practice across the Branch.

Offers will be based on candidate performance and operational requirements. A merit pool may be formed as a result of this exercise and used to fill similar vacancies in the next 18 months.

About the OFWO

The Office of the Fair Work Ombudsman (OFWO) is an independent statutory office established by the Fair Work Act 2009 (Fair Work Act). Our functions outline the responsibilities we have as set by the Fair Work Act and other legislation to achieve our purpose:

- provide education, assistance, advice and guidance to employers, employees, regulated workers, regulated businesses, persons in a road transport contractual chain, outworkers, outworker entities and organisations
- promote and monitor compliance with workplace laws
- inquire into and investigate breaches of the Fair Work Act
- take appropriate enforcement action
- perform our statutory functions efficiently,



effectively, economically and ethically.

What our employees say about us

We are one of the most engaged and high performing agencies in Australia; consistently scoring above average on employee engagement and wellbeing when surveyed against other APS agencies.

What we offer you

We provide a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment with access to:

- Great training and development opportunities
- Generous leave and flexible working arrangements
- Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a free counselling service for you and your family
- Rewards and recognition initiatives.

We Value Diversity

OFWO has been accredited as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace since 2011. We are also members of the Australian Network on Disability and Pride in Diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from First Nations people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people.

- To be eligible for employment with the OFWO you must be an Australian citizen.
- The successful candidate must hold a current Australian Government Security Clearance (AGSVA) or be willing to undergo and obtain a Baseline security clearance.

Please note: Under section 700(2) of the Fair Work Act 2009,



the Fair Work Ombudsman may only appoint a Fair Work Inspector if the Fair Work Ombudsman is satisfied the person is of good character.

About the Criminal Investigations Branch

The Criminal Investigations Branch is responsible for OFWO's criminal investigation work, leading investigations into suspected criminal offending within OFWO's jurisdiction. The Branch works closely across OFWO and with external agencies, including the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions (CDPP) and Australian Federal Police (AFP), to deliver high-quality investigations and support appropriate enforcement and prosecution outcomes.

The Branch's work includes investigating suspected intentional underpayment offences under the Fair Work Act 2009 and preparing matters for potential referral to the CDPP.

Typical Duties

Reporting to the Director – Criminal Investigations, you will:

- lead complex criminal investigations, including investigation strategy, lines of inquiry, evidence gathering and assessment and the lawful use of investigative powers;
- personally undertake significant or complex investigative work where required, including investigative interviewing, assessing evidence and preparing matters for potential prosecution;
- lead, supervise and develop a small team of investigators, setting clear expectations and providing technical direction, coaching and feedback;
- quality assure significant investigative work and products before they are submitted to the Director or relevant governance forum, including investigation plans, evidentiary assessments, witness statements, investigation reports and briefs of evidence;
- ensure investigations objectively test suspected offending, address

📌 Assistant Director – Criminal Investigations (Brisbane)
🏢 The Fair Work Ombudsman
📍 Brisbane