Senior Team Leader Property Operations

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08 ($132,185.00 - $143,883.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15927

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’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• 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 14 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 arrangements that support 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?

Property Operations maintain buildings, infrastructure and assets (Properties) to accommodate the AFP’s workforce and law enforcement partners, providing national and international policing capabilities.

Properties must be safe, fit for-purpose, support and compliment the operating environment associated with an international law enforcement agency. Properties must also be multipurpose, provide an ability to maximise operational impact, support policing to the community, assist in maintaining relationships with law enforcement partners and present the AFP as an employer of choice across law enforcement and national/international intelligence communities.

Property Operations provide a wide range of facilities management services through the AFP’s WoAG Service Provider for Property Services (PSP). Management of the PSP is second to ensuring properties are safe for AFP members, law enforcement partners and visitors. The PSP provides the following relevant core services; facilities management, workorder status reporting, building inspection/condition assessments and coordination/resolution of out of hours property related issues.

The role of Senior Team Leader, Property Operations (STL) working to Coordinator Property Operations is to initiate, oversee, monitor and report on the operation of the AFP’s Property Portfolio within resourcing constraints, funding and performance expectations. The STL must perform their duties within the AFP’s governance, reporting and performance frameworks.

You will lead a team located nationally, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver compliant outcomes in accordance with the AFP’s governance, reporting and performance frameworks. You will play a critical role in driving the direction of your team, leading, developing and implementing strategies to deliver timely outcomes in line with the strategic direction of the AFP.

Your key performance indicator is performing as a proactive leader, displaying extensive experience and knowledge, to deliver the best outcome for the AFP through direct management of external service providers, including WoAG PSP services, Providers and Commonwealth and State/Territory Government Departments.

You must develop and maintain productive working relationships with stakeholders at a range of levels by drawing upon their professional disciplines, excelling under pressure, demonstrating their excellent ability to make sound decisions and use judgement across a range of issues.

You are expected to provide sound advice which aligns to Property Command’s initiatives and the AFP’s organisational goals, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. Encouraging innovation and a outcomes focus is a must. You will also need to manage resources to meet the AFP’s outputs in the most effective and efficient manner. 

You must manage risk and work effectively under pressure in a changing environment, to deliver timely high-quality advice and outcomes.

Leading and mentoring all members of the team to provide succession planning opportunities is also expected to be undertaken as part of fore filling the expectations of this role.

Employees must also ensure the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.

What will you do?

• Draft and review correspondence, notifications, papers and briefs prior to submission to Coordinator Property Operations.
• Lead and develop a team of professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate resilience and take personal accountability for the quality of advice and delivery of results from your team.
• Work largely autonomously to manage resources, delivery of quality outcomes and ensure members meet performance expectations and behavioural indicators.
• Build and maintain productive networks and a register of people beyond the immediate Command which can be drawn upon to achieve required objectives and outcomes.
• Effectively ensure the workload is manageable and the team remains focused on key priorities.
• Actively encourage a strong application of knowledge and judgement from team members to capitalise on innovative alternatives.
• Identify, manage and escalate matters, risk and issues related to your role and/or performance of your team.
• Provide and implement timely solution-based focus to requests and issues raised by stakeholders and the Executive.
• Must display actions to pursue, develop and nurture internal and external professional networks and collaborative working relationships to ensure the efficient and effective management of the AFP’s Property Portfolio.
• Influence the development, implementation and evaluation of accommodation solutions, principles, standards and policies, to achieve efficient and optimal use of AFP premises and resources.
• Exercise high level strategic thinking and sound professional judgement to set direction.
• Constantly develop your own skills and remain up to date with changes in relevant legislation/best practice, while coaching and influencing the development of your team member’s knowledge.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application 
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance.  
• Demonstrated decision making experience in a commercial facilities management.
• Relevant trade qualification and/or a minimum five years’ experience in commercial facilities management.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, through the application of decision-making processes which are empathetic, fair, responsible and transparent. 
• Demonstrated understanding of Government procurement policies and legislation.

Desirable Requirements

• Contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role, including mentoring and developing high performing teams.
• Drive and determination to seek out and implement industry best practices within the team and the enterprise.

Additional Information

• This role is an AFP Band 8 level

• This role is based in ACT, successful applicants must be located in ACT or relocate at own expense 

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.

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

We’re all individuals and we love that. 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: Anthony Devenny

Contact Officer Phone: 02 51266935 ​

Contact Officer Email: Anthony.Devenny@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 25/05/2026

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