Employment in the Federal Court

Job opportunities

The Federal Court of Australia offers exciting employment opportunities across a range of functions in registries located in all capital cities.

The Court is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and actively encourages applications from women, people with disabilities, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, and Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders.

Conditions of Engagement (Enterprise Agreement)

Staff of the Court are employed under the Public Service Act 1999.

The terms and conditions of employment for staff are set out in the Court’s Enterprise Agreement.

How do I get more information about a vacancy?

You may obtain further specific information regarding any vacancy by contacting the nominated person or registry specified in the advertisement.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment, applicants must:

  • be an Australian Citizen;
  • satisfy an Australian Federal Police records check;
  • undergo a health check if needed; and
  • obtain a security clearance to the appropriate level if applicable to the position.

If you have accepted a redundancy benefit from the Australian Public Service please refer to the APSC guidelines regarding your eligibility to apply for vacancies.

How do I apply?

Job opportunities can be found under Current Vacancies.

Before you apply for a vacancy you should read the online job description which includes the key duties and responsibilities, selection criteria and any other information.

To apply, please complete the online application form, and also upload a current and concise resume outlining your skills and experience, career history, qualifications, and formal and informal training relevant to the position.

View current vacancies