Team Member - Quintiq Rostering and Planning Support Advisor (Band 5)

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; VIC; WA

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 05 ($99,285.00 - $107,559.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15129

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?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Rostering and Planning Support Advisor within the Quintiq National Coordination Team (NCT) at the Band 5 level.

The NCT sits within the Business Services branch, as part of the broader Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Command.

Business Services is a multifaceted branch, which directly contributes to AFP operational outcomes, providing support and enabling our people to deliver maximum impact to the criminal environment.

Quintiq is the AFP’s time recording, rostering and planning software. The solution enhances the AFP's enterprise wide rostering capability that supports increased workforce visibility, flexibility, improves rostering practices, promotes consistency, and aligns with better practice. Quintiq is used for time recording and rostering with supervisors and planners working closely together to achieve operational outcomes. 

The Quintiq NCT is responsible for:

• Supporting the rostering and planning for AFP staff (sworn and unsworn) located around the country.
• Developing and maintaining the governance and standards associated with ensuring best rostering and time recording practices are adopted across the AFP.
• Providing a service and support capability for staff in the use of Quintiq.
• Maintaining the ongoing training and development in the use of Quintiq.

What will you do?

You will find the work varied and rewarding, providing opportunities to think, plan and collaborate creatively while delivering service & support outcomes within set timeframes and standards. The role requires discretion, tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and/or confidential matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to Band 4 Team Members to achieve operational goals.
• Monitor workload distribution, addressing bottlenecks and workflow issues.
• Provide support to Band 4 Team Members conducting compliance checks to ensure adherence to the AFP Governance Framework.
• Assist with the administration and management of the Quintiq Community of Practice.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
• Monitor and respond to complex queries, ensuring timely response and documentation.
• Identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as a point of escalation for complex issues, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.
• Contribute to the development and review of policies and procedures relevant to the role.
• Participate in training programs, workshops, and initiatives to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
• Undertake other duties as required, consistent with the Band 5 work level standards.

Essential Requirements

• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Highly developed organisational and time management abilities to manage multiple tasks, changing deadlines and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and achieve outcomes in a busy and challengingenvironment.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively contribute within a team.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in using the Quintiq Rostering system (or equivilant). 
• Demonstrated experience working in Human Resources or Industrial Relations.
• Demonstrated leadership or coaching experience.

Additional Information

• This is a AFP Band Level 5 Position. 
• This position is being advertised to fill current vacancies in Canberra and to create a merit pool for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies over the next 12 months.
• Roles may be located in Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth and successful applicants will work from within these office locations.  

Selection Criteria

• Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes.
• Communicating and working effectively with other people.
• Applying technical knowledge, expertise 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

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:  Sergeant Russell Kafer,

Contact Officer Phone:  5126 0622, ​

Contact Officer Email:  Russell.Kafer@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 22/09/2025

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