- Location: Canberra, ACT
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Application Closing Date: Sunday 12 July 2026 at 11:30pm AEST
Classification
Executive Level 1 ($130,638 - $148,889)
Employment Type
Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for a period up to 18 months)
This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate.
Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for a maximum period of two (2) years. If the initial contract is for less than 2 years, it may be extended or renewed once, up to the 2 year limit.
A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement.
Flexible Work
At PM&C we recognise the broad benefits of offering flexibility in how, when and where work is performed. We consider flexibility first from a starting position of ‘how can we make this work?’ and consider individual circumstances and operational requirements in making genuine attempts to establish mutually beneficial arrangements. Please reach out to the contact officer if you would like to explore what flexibility might look like for you, such as part time work, variable start and finish times or working from home.
Who we are
People Branch works to enable PM&C to have a workforce with diverse skills and life experience to deliver outcomes for the Australian Government and people.
Key to this is fostering a safe, inclusive and high performing culture, a contemporary employment framework and delivering an accurate and reliable provision of conditions of service. We deliver human resource (HR) services, advice and strategies underpinned by modern and adaptable employment policies and HR and business systems.
People Branch offers a flexible and dynamic working environment, where we collaborate across teams to deliver outcomes and grow our skills.
The Professional Standards and Wellbeing team works closely with other areas across PM&C to manage the department's early intervention, rehabilitation and case management (compensation and non-compensation), underperformance, complaints and Code of Conduct and workplace health and safety. We work collaboratively to achieve rewarding outcomes and focus our attention on preventing harm at its source.
What you will do
We are looking for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about employee wellbeing, early intervention and rehabilitation case management (compensation and non-compensation) to manage a small team of rehabilitation professionals. We work collaboratively to achieve rewarding outcomes and focus our attention on preventing harm at its source.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering a leading practice in rehabilitation case management within employment and legislative frameworks;
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Responding to and managing complex wellbeing matters, including preparation and submission of Comcare documentation.
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Contributing to the development and implementation of tailored wellbeing initiatives, resources and strategies;
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Liaising, engaging and collaborating with managers and staff at all levels, to assess and resolve health related matters;
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Delivering sensitive and complex written material and presentations, including reports, briefs and policies;
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Providing strategic advice to managers and Senior Executive Staff;
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Managing a small team.
What you will bring
You foster trust and respect in the workplace, while applying sound judgement and resilience. The ability to respond in a time critical environment, manage competing priorities, while taking a flexible approach is essential.
To be successful, you will also possess:
- Strong stakeholder management experience, including the ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with senior leaders;
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Significant technical expertise in complex case management, including within the Comcare scheme;
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The ability to provide advice, and deliver projects and activities that uphold best practice and meet the requirements of the relevant legislative frameworks;
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The ability to manage teams, assurance processes, and wellbeing initiatives, including contributing to broader people initiatives;
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High level written and verbal communications skills;
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Sound judgement and risk management skills;
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Experience in preparing employer submissions for external review/appeal proceedings;
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A thorough understanding of the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988.
Identified Position
This position has limited contact with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, service providers and staff, but is still required to have the capacity and willingness to further develop these skills and knowledge. You will be required to undertake cultural awareness training that increases your:
- Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and cultures and the issues affecting these cultures in Australian society today
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Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and
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Willingness and commitment to continue to develop and increase your cultural knowledge and understandings
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Be aware and familiarised of the PM&C Cultural Protocol Guide, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander recruitment guide and CORE Learning training course.
Eligibility
- Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. At PM&C to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen by the completion of the recruitment process, except under exceptional circumstances.
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The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of an appropriate level.
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The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check, and will normally be subject to a six-month probation period if new to the APS or has not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS.
Security Clearance Required
Baseline Vetting (Protected)
How to apply
Submit an online application through the PM&C Current Opportunities by
11:30pm AEST on Sunday, 12 July 2026.
As part of your application you will need to provide:
- Your resume (maximum three pages)
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A ‘one page pitch (no more than 650 words)’ telling us how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications make you the best person for the job and to perform at the relevant classification level.
You are encouraged to refer to the Candidate Pack and the relevant classification level of the PM&C Performance Model to assist you in drafting your one page pitch.
You may also refer to the APSC resource Cracking the Code for further guidance and assistance on applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service.
Contact Officer
Leonie Graham on (02) 6288 6369 or
[email protected].
Please Note – This is an unclassified web based recruitment system so your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your one page pitch and resume.<
