- $140,675 - $159,607 plus 15.4% superannuation. A competitive remuneration package may be negotiated for the successful candidate based on qualifications, skills and experience.
- Ongoing, Full-time
- Melbourne or Sydney
Position Overview
The FCA National Chambers Manager and Workplace Advisor is a position within the FCA. It is a multi-faceted position that plays an important role in the management and leadership of Chambers staff of the FCA. The responsibilities of the role will include:
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In consultation with the Chief Justice and Judges, coordinating and leading the management of Chambers staff;
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Identifying and advising on issues and improvements in managing Chambers staff in the FCA;
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Liaising with Judges and Chambers staff on performance, workplace behaviour and work health and safety issues;
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Collaborating with the Director of Judicial Support in Court and Tribunal Services on recruitment and induction requirements, processes and practices for Chambers staff;
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Assisting the Chief Justice and the Chief Justice’s Chambers in the management of judicial workplace conduct complaints;
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Providing support and mentoring for the management of challenging staffing issues generally, and managing such issues as required;
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Collaborating and liaising with People and Culture team on behalf of the FCA;
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Supporting various FCA Judicial Committees; and
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Performing other duties as required or directed from time to time.
Formal Qualifications
A degree in human resource management, workplace relations or similar qualification will be highly regarded. Experience in a Court environment will also be highly regarded.
Selection Criteria
To undertake this role the successful applicant must have:
- Extensive experience in human resource management and workplace relations;
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Extensive experience in leading and managing staff in the workplace, including in complex environments;
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Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills;
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Knowledge of the legislative and policy framework applicable to the Australian Public Service, with demonstrated experience in interpreting and applying legislation, guidelines and policies.
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Knowledge of the FCA, including the role and expectations of Chambers staff (or the ability to acquire this quickly);
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A proven ability to:
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work proactively both under broad direction and independently to achieve goals and quality outcomes in a complex environment; and
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build and sustain positive relationships with a network of key stakeholders across an organisation.
Contact Officer
For more information, please contact Nicola Colbran, Deputy Principal Registrar via email
[email protected].
How to apply
To apply, please complete the application form on the Court’s careers portal.
As part of your application, you will be required to submit a two-page response outlining your suitability for this position having regards to the selection criteria and duties of the position which are described in the position description (maximum word limit 1000). Please ensure this document is attached before submitting your application.
If you have any issues with applying, please email
[email protected]
Eligibility
Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
- Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship.
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Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment.
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Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.
Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Federal Court of Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.
First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
The Federal Court of Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Application Close: Sunday 19 July 2026 at 11:30 pm (AEST)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.