Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 130506

Location

NSW; ACT; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA

Classification

APS Level 6 - $84,335.00 and $99,779.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Flexible work

Flexible arrangements available

Contact Officer

Nyree Santalucia on 0435 620 943

Applications close on 10/12/2023 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill up to 1 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months.

About our team

Chief Operating Officer Group | Chief Operating Officer Group | Staff Health & Wellbeing | Fit and Well

The Fit&Well, Peer Support & First Aid Program Section focuses on the promotion of health and wellbeing in conjunction with supporting the safe, sustainable and early return to work of employees with illness or injury. The dedicated team does this through developing, delivering and supporting health, fitness and wellbeing initiatives and programs, and by providing high quality and timely support to ensure employees are supported to return to or remain at work following an illness or injury.

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

Our ideal candidate

Working as part of a highly productive multidisciplinary team you will take a proactive approach to your work, delivering sustained outcomes which include:

• Deliver Fit&Well programs including GymWell, PrepWell, ConnectWell, Agewell, Stepwell, LiveWell and TravelWell
• Assisting Australian Border Force (ABF) staff to prepare for and pass the Basic Fitness Assessment (BFA) and maintain required fitness levels
• Assisting Australian Border Force staff in dedicated Use of Force roles to prepare for (including providing education) and pass the Functional Fitness Assessment (FFA), and maintain required fitness levels
• Facilitating 'PrepWell' exercise classes, training plans and education around fitness testing requirements
• Delivery of Departmental Gym inductions.

Duties and responsibilities

• Support the Departmental Gym membership's process
• Delivery of GymWell group exercise classes for Departmental staff
• Manage administration of group exercise classes, including liaising with Fit&Well Champions and providing reporting as required
• Development, delivery and promotion of fitness and wellbeing initiatives
• Actively promote the Fit&Well program (presentations, webinars, face to face)
• Assist with the delivery of the annual flu vaccination program
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Fit&Well governance and forward work plan
• Building networks and relationships with relevant key stakeholders and business areas.

Additional information

The role occupant must possess a Certificate IV in Fitness and qualifications in First Aid/CPR.

The occupant must also hold a Baseline Security Clearance and Organisational Suitability Assessment (or be willing to obtain these clearances).

Desirable:

• Experience in an APS environment
• Experience in delivering workplace wellness programs

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 10/12/2023 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

Your written application will be assessed against the following capabilities:

• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Achieves Results
• Supports productive working relationships
• Displays personal drive and integrity
• Communicates with influence.

As part of your application you will need to provide:

• Your CV
• Your Applicant Response document
• Details of two referees

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 130506 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

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 an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

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 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.

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.