See more Collapse

Team Leader Chemical Criminalistics

4 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07, $113,563.00 - $121,628.00

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 12029

This advertisement is to fill a current vacancy and create a merit pool for future 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 mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be be considered for the role of Team Leader Chemical Criminalistics, Hazardous Stream.

The role of the Chemical Criminalistics Team Hazardous Stream is to provide specialised chemical forensic analysis to trace or bulk materials including explosives, ignitable liquid residues, chemical warfare agents, general chemicals, in addition to playing a key role in field based detection and complex scene response.

What will you do?

**The team leader of this critical team is expected to**:
Oversee and manage the operational delivery of Chemical Criminalistics capabilities including working at level across Forensics to ensure that operational responses are tailored to the problem at hand and working with external partners to ensure service delivery needs are met.

Action strategic objectives and manage change ensuring that team processes are efficient and people focussed.

Ensure the professional development of team members to meet operational needs including ensuring that technical training programs and delivery is contemporary and fit for purpose.

Manage resources including equipment at the team level.

Administer and maintain the forensics quality assurance system.

Conduct casework and report results on evidence types related to Chemical Criminalistics capabilities (desirable)

As a Team Leader you will 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 agendas, 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.

Essential Requirements

A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
Contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a like or related field.
Tertiary qualifications in Forensic Science or Chemistry.
Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team, mentor others or develop and deliver capability in a complex environment.
Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Expertise and a strong track record of providing Chemical Criminalistics evidence, or expertise in another relevant/allied Forensic Science discipline;
Experience in leading/training technical/scientific teams;
Organisational, time management and prioritisation skills;
Excellent communication skills; and
Experience in managing member training, development and/or progression.
Additional Information

National or International travel may be required as required to meet the operational needs of the organisation.
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

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


We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below


  • Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

    EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time LOCATION - ACT AFP BAND & SALARY - AFP Broadband 3-6 (Forensics), $67,208.00 - $110,255.00 JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11458 This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months. Did you know? The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to...


  • Canberra, Australia Australian Federal Police (AFP) Full time

    EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time LOCATION - ACT AFP BAND & SALARY - AFP Broadband 3-6 (Forensics), $67,208.00 - $110,255.00 JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11474 This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months. Did you know? The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to...


  • Canberra, Australia LHR Saudi Arabia Full time

    **Who is our client and your future employer?**: Ranked among the world’s largest petrochemicals manufacturers, it is a public company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With operations in around 50 countries, The Company has a global workforce of over 31,000 talented individuals. The company operates through three strategic Business Units - Petrochemicals,...

  • Team Leader

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Compass Group Full time

    $26 per hour + super - Monday to Friday, 11am to 7pm shifts - Ongoing training and development provided **Chartwells provides tailored, boutique and unique hospitality solutions to the education market. We specialise in challenging the boundaries in order to deliver a sustainable point of difference.** The Compass Group Recruitment team are looking for a...


  • Canberra, Australia Citywide Full time

    **Horticulture Team Leader**: **Job no**: 494771 **Work type**: Full time **Location**: All Canberra ACT **Categories**: Trades and Services Citywide Canberra are recruiting for a **Horticulture Team Leader**. This role will see you coordinating and supervising day to day activities and participating in the maintenance of high profile gardens in some of...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Citywide Full time

    Horticulture Team Leader:Job no: 494771Work type: Full timeLocation: All Canberra ACTCategories: Trades and ServicesCitywide Canberra are recruiting for a Horticulture Team Leader. This role will see you coordinating and supervising day to day activities and participating in the maintenance of high profile gardens in some of Canberra's most iconic...


  • South Canberra, Australia Agsafe Full time

    Step into a role with Agsafe that offers a unique blend of responsibility and real-world impact. We're seeking dedicated individuals who enjoy travel and are passionate about making a difference. As a crucial member of our team, your primary focus will involve developing and implementing strategies to ensure compliance with the Agsafe Industry Standard,...


  • Canberra, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    **Location*** - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - **Category*** - Office Support - **Salary** - $ AUD - $ AUD Annual - **Posted** - 06-Feb-2024 - **Work type** - Full Time - **Contact** - Jess Kaur - **Reference** - BH-156798 -As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of...


  • Canberra, Australia The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) Full time

    Posted: 03/07/2023- Closing Date: 12/07/2023- Job Type: Permanent - Full Time- Location: Canberra- Job Category: Arts, Culture,Film and Sound,Property Management/Maintenance,Security**About the Job** The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia’s (NFSA) Collection Management Section ensures the responsible management of the National Collection of four...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia The National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA) Full time

    Posted: 03/07/2023- Closing Date: 12/07/2023- Job Type: Permanent - Full Time- Location: Canberra- Job Category: Arts, Culture,Film and Sound,Property Management/Maintenance,SecurityAbout the JobThe National Film and Sound Archive of Australia's (NFSA) Collection Management Section ensures the responsible management of the National Collection of four million...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time

    Location Canberra, Australian Capital Territory- Category Office Support- Salary- $ AUD - $ AUD Annual- Posted 06Feb2024- Work type Full Time- Contact Jess Kaur- Reference BH156798As one of the Australia's largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40...

  • Team Leader

    1 week ago


    Canberra, ACT, Australia SMAART Recruitment Full time

    Lead, develop and inspire a high performing team in Canberra Permanent and secure role offering a full time salary Flexible working hours to suit your work life balance needs. Monday to FridayAbout the Role: Exciting senior leader opportunity with a national leader in employment, skills, and support services, working closely with the Government. Joining a...

  • Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia Fonda Full time

    **Mi casa su casa.** **Canberra we're coming for you!!!! **Opening at the end of July, we are looking for amazing team leaders to join our team. Welcome to Fonda - where the coworkers are chill, vibes are ~immaculate~ and tort chips and guac are abundant. Our Team Leaders are like Meryl Streep - versatile. They’re in charge of running the show from...

  • Team Leader

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, ACT, Australia Fcm Full time

    Update your details, view your application and progress Login Job search Job search e.g."Administrator, Melbourne" Refine search Work type Region Location Brand Category Apply now Job no: Brand: FCMWork type: Full time, Hybrid Location:Australian Capital Territory Categories: Corporate & Group Travel An opportunity has come to join the Canberra based team as...

  • Team Leader

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, ACT, Australia Fonda Full time

    Mi casa su casa.Canberra we're coming for you Opening at the end of July, we are looking for amazing team leaders to join our team.Welcome to Fonda - where the coworkers are chill, vibes are ~immaculate~ and tort chips and guac are abundant.Our Team Leaders are like Meryl Streep - versatile. They're in charge of running the show from front to back and then...

  • Team Leader

    2 weeks ago


    Canberra, ACT, Australia Be Recruitment Group Full time

    Excellent impactful leadership oportunitunity Competitive salary of up to $101k + Super + Salary Packaging Flexible working arrangements, including WFH optionsBe Recruitment is excited to announce an exciting opportunity with a renowned Child and Family Agency in Turner, ACT. We're looking for a dynamic Team Leader to lead our clients Family Preservation...


  • Canberra, Australia Samsara Eco Full time

    **Want to help us in our mission to end the plastic pollution crisis?** **Then come join Samsara in tackling one of the planet's biggest problems with big impact!** Samsara represents the coming together of co-founders, the Australian National University (ANU), one of Australia's largest retailers and Main Sequence Ventures, to address a big planetary...


  • Canberra, Australia Australian Electoral Commission Full time

    **Agency Purpose** The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is an independent statutory authority established by the Australian Government to maintain an impartial and independent electoral system for eligible voters through active electoral roll management, efficient delivery of polling services, and targeted education and public awareness...


  • Canberra, ACT, Australia Australian Electoral Commission Full time

    Agency PurposeThe Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is an independent statutory authority established by the Australian Government to maintain an impartial and independent electoral system for eligible voters through active electoral roll management, efficient delivery of polling services, and targeted education and public awareness programs.The AEC's...

  • Team Leader

    4 weeks ago


    Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

    Applications are sought from suitably experienced and qualified people to work as a Team Leader in a Reporting Team in Shared Services - Finance Services. This role is responsible for financial reporting and operational management of a team tasked with the provision of financial accounting services to ACT Government Directorates and Agencies. Duties include...