Inspector

Hoban Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15.4% superannuation

Non-ongoing assignment (Nov 2026–Nov 2

Canberra location

Public sector environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Hoban Recruitment is seeking experienced APS 6 level Investigators / Regulation Officers for a Federal Government client based in Canberra. The role involves managing complex investigations, providing expert advice, and contributing to regulatory outcomes in a dynamic government environment.

The position is non-ongoing from 2 November 2026 to 2 November 2027, with a salary package of $99,734 - $111,701 plus 15.4% superannuation, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting investigations, compliance activities, reviews or regulatory assessments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and procedural frameworks.
• Excellent written communication skills, including report and brief preparation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and interviewing skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.
• Sound judgement and decision-making capability in complex situations.
• Australian Citizenship.
• A current Baseline Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex investigations, reviews and case assessments.
• Gathering, analysing and evaluating evidence from multiple sources.
• Preparing detailed investigation reports, briefs, recommendations and correspondence.
• Interpreting and applying legislation, policies and operational procedures.
• Conducting interviews and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Providing guidance and support to colleagues on investigation matters.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with government standards and frameworks.
• Contributing to strategic initiatives and broader operational outcomes.

Skills

Investigations

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Interviewing

Job description

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking experienced and motivated APS 6 level Investigators / Regulation officers on behalf of a Federal Government client based in Canberra. This is an exciting opportunity for skilled investigation professionals to undertake complex casework, contribute to regulatory outcomes, and support the delivery of high-quality public services.
This non-ongoing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic government environment where your analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement skills and investigative expertise will be highly valued.

About the Role

As an APS 6 level Investigator / Regulation Officer, you will manage complex investigations and enquiries while providing expert advice and contributing to the achievement of organisational objectives.
Key responsibilities may include:

• Managing complex investigations, reviews and case assessments.
• Gathering, analysing and evaluating evidence from multiple sources.
• Preparing detailed investigation reports, briefs, recommendations and correspondence.
• Interpreting and applying legislation, policies and operational procedures.
• Conducting interviews and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Providing guidance and support to colleagues on investigation matters.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with government standards and frameworks.
• Contributing to strategic initiatives and broader operational outcomes.
• APS 6 salary package of $99,734 - $111,701 plus 15.4% superannuation, dependent on experience.
• Non-ongoing assignment from 2 November 2026 to 2 November 2027.
• Opportunity to work within a respected Australian Government environment.
• Meaningful and impactful work that contributes to public sector outcomes.
• Exposure to complex and challenging investigations.
• Collaborative and professional team environment.
• Potential to further develop your regulatory, compliance and investigative expertise.

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking experienced and motivated APS 6 level Investigators / Regulation officers on behalf of a Federal Government client based in Canberra. This is an exciting opportunity for skilled investigation professionals to undertake complex casework, contribute to regulatory outcomes, and support the delivery of high-quality public services.
This non-ongoing assignment offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic government environment where your analytical thinking, stakeholder engagement skills and investigative expertise will be highly valued.

About the Role

As an APS 6 level Investigator / Regulation Officer, you will manage complex investigations and enquiries while providing expert advice and contributing to the achievement of organisational objectives.
Key responsibilities may include:

• Managing complex investigations, reviews and case assessments.
• Gathering, analysing and evaluating evidence from multiple sources.
• Preparing detailed investigation reports, briefs, recommendations and correspondence.
• Interpreting and applying legislation, policies and operational procedures.
• Conducting interviews and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifying risks, trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Providing guidance and support to colleagues on investigation matters.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with government standards and frameworks.
• Contributing to strategic initiatives and broader operational outcomes.

Benefits

• APS 6 salary package of $99,734 - $111,701 plus 15.4% superannuation, dependent on experience.
• Non-ongoing assignment from 2 November 2026 to 2 November 2027.
• Opportunity to work within a respected Australian Government environment.
• Meaningful and impactful work that contributes to public sector outcomes.
• Exposure to complex and challenging investigations.
• Collaborative and professional team environment.
• Convenient Canberra location.
• Potential to further develop your regulatory, compliance and investigative expertise.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience conducting investigations, compliance activities, reviews or regulatory assessments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and procedural frameworks.
• Excellent written communication skills, including report and brief preparation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and interviewing skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.
• Sound judgement and decision-making capability in complex situations.
• Australian Citizenship.
• A current Baseline Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.

Positions close for submissions on WEDNESDAY 14th OCTOBER COB.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at***********@hoban.com.auor visit www.hoban.com.au/adjustmentsfor additional contact details.