Supervisor – 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-timeAustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$99,734 - A$111,701 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in interpreting and applying the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) and associated legislation, with a strong ability to manage caseloads and lead operational teams in high-pressure environments. Holds necessary certifications and clearances to ensure compliance and safety in immigration enforcement activities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Migration Act 1958 (Cth) KnowledgeStatutory Powers ExerciseTeam Leadership in Legislative EnvironmentWorking With Children/Vulnerable People CertificationBaseline Vetting (AGSVA) Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Legislation InterpretationCaseload ManagementEnforcement Activity SupervisionVisa Granting and RefusalStatutory Powers Application

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicAdaptabilityProfessionalismHigh-Pressure Decision Making

Certifications & Qualifications

Working With Children/Vulnerable People CertificationUse of Force PermitBaseline Vetting (AGSVA) Security ClearanceEmployment Suitability Clearance (ESC)Onboarding Check

Industry Keywords

Immigration ComplianceNon-Citizen DetentionOperational Team ManagementDomestic Travel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret and apply legislation and powers under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) to support immigration compliance
Direct or perform as delegate under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) in exercising statutory powers enabling the team to detain non-citizens
Manage a caseload of persons of interest within the community and prison network
Exercise delegations and statutory powers to detain unlawful non-citizens and grant, cancel, or refuse visas
Supervise operational teams executing enforcement activity
Submit a one-page applicant response document and CV through the Home Affairs recruitment system

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of, or ability to gain an understanding of, the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) and associated legislation/regulations
Strong work ethic and high degree of determination, adaptability and professionalism
Ability to contribute to and lead high performing teams in a complex legislative environment and under high-pressure situations with changing priorities
Must be able to obtain working with children/vulnerable people certification
Ability to work outside standard hours, on shift work, or provide on-call services
Ability to undertake domestic travel for long periods of time
Some positions may be required to hold or obtain a Use of Force permit
Must be an Australian Citizen
Must obtain and maintain a 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; in certain circumstances, an ESC may also be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

15.4% super
Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement and operational requirements
Flexible working conditions
Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible APS employees required to relocate