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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 days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

Applications are sought from high motivated individuals to be considered for a vacancy as a Band 3 Team Member within the Property and Exhibits (PE&E) Registry at AFP Sydney Headquarters. The P&E Registry is involved with the maintenance of an evidence storage facility and the management of exhibits and property in accordance with AFP Legislative requirements.

This position presents an ideal opportunity for motivated applicants seeking to contribute and provide support to operational outcomes of investigative work undertaken within Eastern Command. The successful applicant will report to Team Leader P&E Registry.

This role predominantly supports investigations through the maintenance of a secure evidence storage facility, and management of exhibits and property in accordance with AFP Legislative requirements. The role requires the occupant to have proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to work effectively independently, and as part of a team, is essential.

As a Team Member in the AFP, you will be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

The role assists AFP business through the provision of a variety of support functions to operational tasks. This work may include:

• Manual handling of exhibits contained within storage and warehousing facilities;
• Utilising AFP systems to interrogate, input, collate and retrieve data;
• Making sound decisions and achieving outcomes;
• Ability and willingness to liaise and work flexibly across a number of functional portfolios when required;
• Provision of advice to AFP Investigators on property & exhibit processes to ensure quality and accuracy of AFP data systems and evidence management;
• Compliance with legislative requirements for handling, packing, labelling, storage, transport and safe disposal of property and exhibit seizures;
• Undertaking a range of property and exhibit administrative support tasks or other tasks as directed;

To find out more on what a day in the role looks like, please view the candidate pack.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• There is a physical element to this role involving manual handling of a range of items including bending, kneeling, and lifting within appropriate limits.
• Certification in First Aid, Handle Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Substances, and Manual Handling or the ability to gain certification.
• Current Drivers Licence/ Forklift Licence.
• Experience and Knowledge of WHS requirements in a warehousing and Storage environment and commercial waste disposal processes.
• Prior experience in handling and management of exhibits in a law enforcement or compliance environment.

Additional Information

• This position is an AFP Band Level 3.
• This role is located in Sydney, NSW and applicants are expected to be based in Sydney.
• Due to an expected high number of applications, no feedback will be provided to candidates who are unsuccessful at application stage.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contact Officer: Michael Field,

Contact Officer Phone: (02) 5126 5444, ​

Contact Officer Email: [email protected]

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 29/07/2025