Team Leader - Technical Capability Unit

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - QLD

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08 ($127,101.00 - $138,349.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 14797

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down 
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

The Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) was established in 2018 by the Australian Government to drive a collaborative national response to counter the online exploitation of children. The AFP leads the ACCCE, which brings together capabilities from across the Commonwealth, law enforcement, non-government organisations, and other partners to build capability and drive a collaborative national response to counter the exploitation of children in Australia.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the position of Team Leader ACCCE Technical Capability Unit (TCU). The TCU integrates new and improved technologies to enhance the ACCCE's National capabilities and worldwide efforts in fighting online child sexual exploitation. This includes management of the ACCCE network and dedicated child protection systems in partnership with Chief Information Officer (CIO) Command.

As a Team Leader you play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agenda, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

Team Leader TCU responsibilities will include:

• Accountable for managing and leading a technical team, including managing allocated resources, setting workflows, developing strategies, training and evaluating business outcomes.
• Lead the support for the ACCCE Operations, AFP Joint Anti Child Exploitation Teams (JACET) teams and State and Territory Police, that require specialist ICT support in Child Protection Investigations.
• Lead communication with CIO Command for ICT incidents, problems and planned work for the ACCCE Network.
• Monitor and control TCU DevOps and ServiceNow backlogs.
• Work closely with Deliver Manager / Product Manager to support the delivery of ACCCE technical roadmap and associated projects.
• Technical Liaison for ACCCE Superintendents, Team Leaders and JACETs.
• Lead the identification and mitigation of risks and issues with ACCCE technical support.
• Assist TCU team members when required to support taskforces and other priorities e.g. critical projects.
• Responsible for ACCCE trend analysis to inform Capability Gaps or Problem Management.
• Responsible for the PDA and Training for all TCU team members.
• Assist Delivery Manager / Product Owner with Business Continuity Planning Technical Response.
• Providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring to TCU team members to improve their skills and performance.  

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Relevant qualification or extensive experience and expertise in Information Technology.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a technical leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of digital technologies and appreciation of technical development methodologies (i.e. Agile, DevOps).
• Ability to complete psychological clearance (Requirement for the role).

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Qualifications or experience in managing complex ICT projects

Additional Information

• The role is based within the ACCCE in Brisbane, however consideration may be given to the successful applicant working from another AFP location.
• This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.

Selection Criteria

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills 

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Advice for Applicants

The ACCCE Technical Capability Unit (TCU) is a high risk team as per the Handbook: Managing the Psychological Impact to Exposure to Explicit Material. Members are required to view a high volume of child exploitation material. Prior to commencing in the area, and throughout their tenure, applicants will be required to undertake and satisfy specific psychological testing. 

All requested documents must be uploaded to the online application form and submitted before the closing date and time. Any documents not supplied may result in your application being withdrawn from the recruitment process.

The applicant response (pitch) should address the selection criteria and work level standards relevant to the role and provide evidence as to why you are the best fit for the position.  The work level standards are specific to the band level of the role you are applying for and can assist in guiding you to address the selection criteria to the level required of the role.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer:  Kurt Wesche,

Contact Officer Phone:  0251263677, ​

Contact Officer Email:  Kurt.Wesche@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 03/07/2025

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