Lead Border Force Officer – Immigration Compliance Operations

Australian Department of Home Affairs

. Interpret and apply legislation and powers under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) to support immigration compliance .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeAustraliaSenior💰 A$79,476 - A$86,246 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in interpreting and applying the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) to ensure immigration compliance, while effectively managing investigations and enforcement actions. Capable of assessing risks and promoting employer compliance in a high-pressure legislative environment.

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Migration Act 1958 (Cth) KnowledgeRisk AssessmentInvestigative SkillsEffective CommunicationCompliance Monitoring

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Hard Skills

Legislation InterpretationEnforcement ActionVisa ManagementField DeploymentStatutory Powers Exercise

Soft Skills

Analytical MindsetAttention to DetailSound JudgementInterpersonal SkillsAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

First Aid CertificateWorking With Children CheckBaseline Vetting (AGSVA) Security ClearanceEmployment Suitability Clearance (ESC)Onboarding Check

Industry Keywords

Immigration ComplianceUnlawful Non-CitizensEmployer ComplianceLabour-Hire Intermediary ObligationsUse of Force Permit

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret and apply legislation and powers under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) to support immigration compliance
Conduct investigations and activities to locate, engage, grant bridging visas to, or detain unlawful non-citizens
Manage referrals of unlawful non-citizens located in prison and remand systems
Prepare administratively for and deploy to correctional centres and similar locations to engage with unlawful non-citizens
Exercise delegations and statutory powers under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth), under supervisor direction, to detain unlawful non-citizens and grant, cancel or refuse visas
Assess and mitigate risks associated with field deployments using a risk matrix, tools, powers and policy
Conduct enforcement action to prevent, detect, deter and enforce breaches of migration law
Promote employer compliance through employer awareness visits and targeted compliance activities
Monitor and enforce compliance with visa conditions, employer and labour-hire intermediary obligations, and sponsorship requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Australian Citizen
Knowledge of, or ability to gain an understanding of, the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) and associated legislation/regulations
Analytical and inquisitive mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective communication, sound judgement, timely decision-making and interpersonal skills
Strong work ethic, determination, adaptability and professionalism
Ability to contribute to high-performing teams in a complex legislative environment and high-pressure situations
Obtain and maintain relevant medical, fitness and psychometric standards
Swear an oath or make an affirmation
Be uniformed
Obtain and maintain a valid Australian drivers licence
Obtain and maintain essential and role-specific qualifications
Work outside standard hours, undertake regional and interstate travel, or provide on-call services
Ability to undertake domestic travel for training or other reasons for 1 month+ at a time
Obtain and maintain a Working With Children Check and/or vulnerable persons check as applicable
Obtain and maintain a First Aid Certificate
Successful candidate must obtain and maintain Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance
ABF Workers must obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC)
Home Affairs Workers must obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check
Some positions may require holding or obtaining a Use of Force permit

Benefits

Comp & perks

15.4% superannuation
Flexible working conditions
Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement and operational requirements
Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible APS employees required to relocate
Attractive remuneration package
Career management opportunities