The Australian Border Force (ABF), an operationally independent body within the Department of Home Affairs, is Australia's frontline border security agency and customs service. The ABF delivers critical border protection and national security outcomes while facilitating the movement of people and goods across the border. Its mission is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade. The Investigator job role provides a specialist investigation and enforcement capability responsible for the investigation and enforcement of serious offences against the Customs Act 1901 and Migration Act 1958, as well as other legislation pertaining to the illegal movement of people and goods across the Australian border continuum. Investigations include: Movement of prohibited goods into and out of Australia including tobacco, border controlled pre-cursors, child abuse material, firearms and performance imaging enhancing drugs. Exploitation of foreign workers and Australia's migration system. Serious or complex migration, visa and citizenship fraud. Trade related crime including serious revenue evasion and corruption within the supply chain. Goods of weapons proliferation concern. Investigators use a range of methodologies and techniques that comply with the Australian Government Investigation Standards 2022 (AGIS 2022) and departmental policies. Investigators work closely with domestic and international stakeholders to maximise opportunities to investigate and disrupt serious border, migration and trade related crime, pre and post the Australian border. Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force Our ideal candidate Are you a confident communicator who can clearly brief colleagues and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders? Do you thrive in dynamic team environments, collaborating to deliver operational and strategic outcomes? Are you motivated by the challenge of protecting Australia's borders and preventing criminal activity? Are you seeking a diverse and rewarding career where adaptability, critical thinking, and integrity are key to success? Now is the time to join ABF Investigations, part of Customs Compliance and Enforcement within the ABF. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Australia's frontline border security agency in a high-risk, high-reward environment. Our ideal candidate: Demonstrates exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships. Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, able to identify, interpret, and critically assess complex information. Shows adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, evolving operational contexts. Upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical frameworks. Is proactive in planning and prioritising tasks while working under Command, Control and Coordination principles to support ABF enforcement outcomes. While not essential, experience in government, regulatory compliance, law enforcement, or Defence, along with relevant qualifications, will be highly regarded and provide an opportunity to apply your expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment. The key duties of the position include APS5 Investigators work under limited direction to investigate breaches of migration, customs and other border related legislation in accordance with the Department's policies. An APS5 ABF Investigator is accountable and responsible for supporting the delivery of a range of activities, including but not limited to: Plan and prepare investigations by developing investigation plans, assessing risks, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. Conduct end-to-end investigative activities, including executing search warrants, interviewing persons of interest, and gathering intelligence in line with legislation and policy. Obtain, evaluate, and present evidence, preparing briefs of evidence, statements of fact, and presenting evidence in court. Apply legislation, policies, and procedures with an understanding of departmental operating environments, exercising sound judgment and making legally defensible decisions. Contribute to investigation capability and standards by participating in case reviews, suggesting process improvements, and representing the ABF professionally in all interactions. Additional information A position with ABF Investigations requires you to meet strict professional, operational, and integrity standards. You must: Obtain and maintain relevant medical, fitness, and psychometric standards to ensure operational readiness. Become a sworn Border Force Officer (BFO) by making an oath or affirmation. Obtain and maintain essential and role-specific qualifications as part of employment, including a minimum Certificate IV in Government Investigations (provided via six week Border Force Investigations Program). Have flexibility to work outside standard hours, including overtime, on-call duties, and attend court as a witness. Undertake travel interstate, intrastate, and overseas, including extended periods for training or short notice operational deployments. Undertake operational training to carry and use a firearm, if required. Hold a current Australian driver's licence.
