Ready to shape the future of AI at the Administrative Review Tribunal? Come and join us.

We are currently recruiting two APS6 Technical Specialist, AI positions to join the Information Technology team, internally known as the Enterprise Technology Group (ETG) and are seeking applications from experienced professionals to help shape the safe and responsible use of AI. Your work will help balance innovation with transparency and compliance.

These new and exciting full-time ongoing roles can be located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney or Perth.

Remuneration: The annual salary range is APS6 - $94,563 – $106,394 p.a., plus a generous employer superannuation contribution of 15.4%.

Please note - our Enterprise Agreement will deliver a 3.4% pay increase from 12 March 2026.

About the opportunity

The ETG is responsible for the successful implementation and delivery of ICT strategy and operations to achieve the Tribunal’s strategic objectives, ensuring measurable benefits are realised in an effective and efficient manner.

Working under the direction of the AI Services Lead, the Technical Specialist – AI plays a key role in ensuring the secure, ethical and compliant use of artificial intelligence across the Administrative Review Tribunal.

These positions offer the opportunity to work flexibly, including regular work‑from‑home arrangements, within a collaborative and geographically dispersed team.), of approximately 85 staff supporting the Tribunal’s digital, technology and modernisation initiatives.

About you:

You will provide specialist technical advice and support and contribute to the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks, policies, standards and controls that align with legislative, security and privacy requirements. You will also assess and manage AI‑related risks, support assurance activities, and ensure appropriate safeguards are embedded throughout the AI lifecycle.

Working at the intersection of modern technology, policy and risk, you’ll influence how AI is designed and governed in the Tribunal, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant and aligned with public service and Tribunal values.

To excel in this role, you will:

• have a thirst for continuous learning of cutting-edge technology and be able to contextually apply this knowledge when considering novel approaches to manage risk and enable business solutions.
• be well acquainted with Australian Government cyber security frameworks and across the latest guidelines and practices of AI use in government
• be especially adept with Microsoft technologies including Azure AI and Copilot
• be able to communicate complex information clearly and succinctly, both orally and in written material

Essential: 

• Ability to obtain and maintain a baseline security clearance
• The Tribunal requires Australian Citizenship as a condition of engagement.
• All employees are required to undertake an Australian Federal Police Check and complete a health declaration.

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Data Science, AI and/or related disciplines
• Vocational certification in modern technologies and agile methodologies eg AWS, Azure, Scrum, ITIL, TOGAF, COBIT, PRINCE2/PM BOK

More information about this position, the scope of the role, duties and required capabilities and experience, is contained within the Position Description, which is linked below and available on our Career Opportunities page.

About the Tribunal:

The Administrative Review Tribunal plays a crucial role in the Australian legal landscape, providing a process for individuals and organisations to seek an independent review of decisions made under a wide range of Commonwealth laws.

We believe in providing our employees with a work environment that is supportive and rewarding. Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and diversity. We believe our people are our most valuable asset and we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

You can learn more about the Tribunal on our website.

What we offer:   

We believe the little extras can make a big difference in supporting your success and some of our great incentives include:

• Flexible working options, including flexi-time and remote working to support you with your commitments outside of work.
• competitive salary including generous superannuation employer contribution of 15.4%
• salary packaging options
• supportive career development opportunities
• access to holistic health and wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport which provides discount to 350+ gyms, free annual influenza vaccinations and free eye tests
• generous leave allowances including Christmas to New Year office closure with no deduction from your leave balance and options to purchase leave.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• positive and inclusive culture.

Read our Enterprise Agreement for more information about our terms and conditions of employment.

How to apply:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via the Career Opportunities page. Please click on the job title you are applying for, click apply at the top of the page and follow the instructions on the online application.

Please do not apply via SEEK Apply portal.

Please submit a CV (e.g. of no more than 4 pages) and cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) addressing how your experience matches the capabilities and experience of role, referring to the Position Description.

Applications close: Wednesday 18 February 2026 AEDT at 11.45 pm 2026

Should you wish to discuss this position, please contact:

Name:         Semih Ates

Title:             AI Service Lead (Acting)

Tel:               02 9276 5***

Email:           **********@art.gov.au

Please contact the Talent team on (02) 9276 5*** or ***********@art.gov.au should you require assistance with accessing our website or with lodging your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every applicant.

Please note a merit list/pool may be created to fill future like vacancies. Suitable candidates on this merit list/pool may be contacted in relation to identical or similar non-ongoing and ongoing roles in the Tribunal, or the broader APS, within 18 months from the original advertised date in gazettal.

The Administrative Review Tribunal is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all genders, LGBTQI+ community and mature age people. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

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 a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability