El 1 - Fraud Investigator

120,303 - $135,701 + up to 15.4% Superannuation

• Canberra - ACT
• The Role

EL 1 Fraud Investigators primarily undertake complex investigations into a range of fraud and corruption matters including criminal, administrative and disciplinary issues that impact the Department of Defence. EL 1 Fraud Investigators also lead and manage a small team of Senior Investigators undertaking similar work, managing performance and workload, and guiding and developing people. The duties of an EL1 Fraud Investigator in Defence include the following :

The Directorate of Investigations in the Investigations and Public Interest Disclosure Branch delivers Defence's fraud and corruption investigations capability. The Directorate works closely with other Defence Investigative Authorities to support the organisation's response to integrity risks. Fraud investigations are a critical element of Defence's system of control for preventing, detecting and dealing with fraud and corruption, enabling Defence's compliance with the Commonwealth Fraud and Corruption Control Framework 2024 and Fraud and Corruption Rule 2024. Through effective and timely responses to alleged fraud and corruption including investigations resulting in successful prosecution of fraud and corruption offences, the Directorate has key role in preventing and dealing with fraud in Defence.

The Directorate works closely with enforcement, intelligence, and prosecution agencies to maximise the impact to fraud and corruption against Defence and the Commonwealth more broadly, which is critical to ensuring funds are available for their intended purpose and maintaining public confidence in the Government.

We are looking for experienced investigators who have a proven ability to work independently and lead a small team to achieve strong performance outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will be a highly driven professional and demonstrate the following qualities and abilities :