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The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) strives to be a flexible, learning and thinking organisation with a focus on continuous improvement. We employ highly skilled and motivated staff who are committed both to excellence in managing the Commonwealth’s fisheries recourses and to achieving our missions and goals.
We recognise the performance and commitment of our staff is central to our success as a world leading fisheries management organisation and seek to provide an environment in which staff can reach their full potential.
AFMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Staff are employed under the Public Service Act 1999. All applicants must be Australian citizens.
Apply for a job at AFMA
AFMA’s prefers applications for employment are made via our online service. Before applying for a vacancy we also advise you read AFMA’s Application Guide (50kb).
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