Principal Forensic Examiner

2 weeks ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Northern Territory Police Force Full time $113,509 - $139,930 per year

Technical 6 - Remuneration Package Range $133,728 - $139,930

(including salary $113,509 - $118,842)

Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $130,663 - $146,130

(including salary $110,873 - $124,173)

Fingerprint Unit

Darwin

One full time ongoing vacancy is available

The Role

As a
Principal Forensic Examiner,
you'll play a critical role in supporting police investigations and judicial processes across the Northern Territory. You will be responsible for identifying, analysing, and interpreting fingerprint evidence, and providing expert opinion and forensic reports to investigators and the courts.

You'll attend crime and incident scenes, process exhibits, across the
Northern Territory; working weekends, extended hours, and respond to callouts as required.

About you

You're passionate about using science to support
justice and community safety:

To be successful you will have:

  • Australian Forensic Science Assessment Body (AFSAB) or equivalent recognised fingerprint expertise.
  • Practical experience in forensic fingerprint evidence recovery and presentation of expert evidence.
  • Competency in the NAFIS system or similar AFIS operating system.
  • Proven ability to manage workloads and produce case files with high level of attention to detail.
  • Physical ability and fitness to perform scene examinations in challenging environments.

Appointment at the Professional 3 level is subject to a tertiary qualification (Degree or higher) in science or in a field relevant to Forensic Investigation.

The Benefits

  • Attractive remuneration package
  • 6 weeks recreation leave + 3 days Christmas closedown leave
  • 3 weeks personal leave
  • 17.5% leave loading
  • 12% superannuation
  • Secure employment with the NT Government
  • Professional development opportunities

Explore the Territory:

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  • Top End regional guide
  • Join the Territory

Learn more about us:

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:

S/Sgt Karl Day on or

Quote vacancy number:
47497

Closing date:
22/10/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit

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