The Organisation
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. To be successful, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.
We seek to reflect the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. We are culturally and linguistically diverse, language skills enhance our collective ability to protect Australia. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value.
At a time when Australia's security environment is dynamic, diverse and degrading, our work is more important than ever. Join the mission and make a difference every day.
The opportunity
ASIO is seeking to fill several Trades positions, which support a range of essential services that enable ASIO to deliver on its mission. Our Trades experts apply their specialist skills to allow for proactive and preventive maintenance of ASIO's headquarters, the Ben Chifley Building. You will use your trade and professional skills to help ensure ASIO's accommodation is sustainable, secure, and fit for purpose.
ASIO values practical skills and experiences just as highly as formal qualifications and likewise values both breadth and depth of trade knowledge. We provide specialist training to our staff to equip them for the ASIO environment.
A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.
Role responsibilities
We are looking for a range of professionals including but not limited to:
- Corporate trades
- Plumbers
- HVAC Specialists
- Fire Services Technicians
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Control Specialists
- Fitter/Turners
- Electricians
- Architects
- Draftsperson
- Maintenance Planner
- Digital Printer
What you will bring
We are seeking candidates with the following capabilities:
- Be licensed without restriction (or able to obtain) to practice your trade in the ACT.
- If a license is not required to practice, demonstrated training or experience in the field.
- Demonstrate sound judgement, including an ability to prioritise and multitask.
- Work as part of a close-knit team of trades specialists, including assisting other trades and functions as required.
- Demonstrate a customer-focused approach to your work.
In addition to the above, at the SIE(E) 1 (APS5) level you will:
- Have some post apprenticeship/training experience in your trade (or multiple trades).
- In addition to the above, at the SIE(E) 2 (APS6) level you will:
- Have multiple years of experience in your trade (or multiple trades).
- Provide mentoring to less experienced trades and supervise other trades professionals.
- Provide superior technical expertise to ensure future plans are sound.
In addition to the above, at the SIE(E) 3 (EL1) level you will:
- Ensure the team's smooth day-to-day operations to meet ASIO's requirements.
- Be a highly experienced expert in your trade (and/or experienced in multiple trades).
- Have experience providing mentoring to junior and other trades professionals.
- Confidently provide detailed subject matter expertise and advice to management.
- Identify and suggest improvements and strategic change for consideration by management.
- Provide technical support to compliance and other executive/strategic reporting as required.
What we offer you
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:
A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
- Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
- A variety of leave options in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave, including stand down between Christmas and New Year.
- Flexible working arrangements. Please note due to our unique working environment, work from home options are not available.
- Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
- Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ASIO, you must be:
- an Australian citizen
- assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) security clearance.
Reasonable adjustments
Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace. This may include reasonable adjustments to assessment methodologies to enable full participation.
How to apply
ASIO officers' identities are protected by law. Under section 92 of the ASIO Act, the only declared ASIO officers are the Director-General and Deputy Directors-General. Due to the need to protect our people's identities, ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.
Apply online' to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following:
- A written pitch of up to 500 words that addresses the required capabilities for the role. Use examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the capabilities and your proficiency in these areas.
- A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role, as well as any academic qualifications or relevant training you have undertaken.
- Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or former supervisor. ASIO will not contact your referees without advising you prior to doing so.
Before applying read the ASIO People Capability Framework and Core Capability Guide, both available on the ASIO website. To increase your chances of success, tailor your application responses to align with the relevant capabilities and levels outlined in these frameworks.
Use of artificial intelligence in recruitment processes
ASIO does not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any point in the recruitment process.
All applications are reviewed by a selection panel. We recognise some applicants may use AI technologies to draft applications or prepare for interviews. If you wish to use AI, we recommend doing this only for initial drafts and ensure that your application is personalised and accurately reflects your skills, experience and qualifications.
Additionally, be aware of the privacy policies of any AI tool you use. Be mindful of the information you are entering into AI tools (personal details, work history, etc) and how using it may link you to potential ASIO employment, noting that you are expected to be discrete and maintain confidentiality with your application.
If you are invited to attend interview, the use of AI tools and recording devices during interview is strictly prohibited. Should AI tools or recording services be detected, your application, and any future applications may be discontinued.
The recruitment selection process
Our selection process is rigorous and extensive. All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. The stages may include application assessment, eligibility checks, online testing, skills-based assessment and interview.
We ask all applicants for their patience throughout the process.
Employment conditions
Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.
Australian Workplace Equality Index
ASIO has achieved the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold Standard in 2024, 2025 and 2026, recognising ASIO's inclusion work and positive culture. ASIO was the first Australian intelligence agency to achieve this status.
For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.
