Field Manager

Field Manager

We are seeking applicants located in select regional areas across Australia. We would love to hear from you if you live in regional Australia.

Are you looking for a flexible opportunity to earn extra money and contribute to something meaningful? We're hiring Field Managers for the 2026 Census.

• $42.65 (inclusive of 25% casual loading), plus superannuation
• Casual roles with the opportunity to work flexibly 
• Roles available across Australia

About the Census

The Census of Population and Housing (the Census) is the most comprehensive snapshot of Australia and tells the story of how we are changing. It helps us understand what we need now, and into the future.

The Census is run every five years. It’s one of the largest and most important collections to count the number of people and houses in Australia. The Census asks questions about your age, country of birth, cultural background, living situation, work and education. It’s used to estimate Australia’s population, distribute government funds, and plan services for individuals, families and communities.

The next Census will be held in early August 2026.

About the role

Field Managers play a crucial part in ensuring the Census data is being collected to help businesses and governments make important decisions. It is also used to help plan local services for individuals, families, and communities. 

As a Field Manager, you will play a key role in leading Census field operations within your designated area. This area may be in your local community or in neighbouring regions, and some Field Managers may need to travel outside their immediate locality. This role requires flexibility with the need to work across weekdays, evenings, and weekends to ensure Census Field activities run smoothly and on schedule.  

As a Field Manager you will need to: 

• Download and use the required Census applications on your mobile phone or tablet device. Training will be provided
• Receive, store, and distribute Census materials to your field team 
• Use your vehicle to travel to work areas within your geographical region

As a Field Manager, you will:

• Recruit, train, manage and support a team of 6–12 field staff
• Review your work area for major changes, housing developments, and identify potential work, health and safety hazards
• Engage with hotels, hospitals, caravan parks and other establishments to help them prepare for the Census
• Liaise with managers of secure apartment buildings to arrange access
• Review, check, and approve timesheets for your field staff in a timely manner including other required documentation 
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of your team while conducting field work
• Provide procedural and on-the-ground support, including monitoring progress and resolving issues 
• Communicate regularly with the ABS management team regarding your work area and progress
• Coordinate the delivery, receipt, distribution and return of Census materials to your team

Key capabilities and experience:

• Proven experience in leading, managing, and supporting a team to deliver the required outcomes
• Previous recruitment and training experience
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to set procedures
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail, especially in high-volume environments with strict deadlines 
• Ability to use your personal electronic device (mobile phone or tablet), for work purposes, including downloading and using required Census applications to support field activities
• Understanding and promoting the importance of personal safety, particularly during field work,
• Ability to communicate sensitively and respectfully, considering diverse cultural backgrounds
• Physical capability to receive, store, and move materials as required

Locations and Other Information

Your residential address will be used to match you to opportunities in your region. Please ensure you apply using the address for the region you wish to be considered for. 

Want to know whether this role is available in your local region? See the maps attached regarding current Field Manager locations. Some regions we are seeking applicants includes:

Queensland:

• Outback Queensland
• Central Queensland
• Cairns, Townsville and surrounding regions
• Mackay and surrounding regions
• Darling Downs, Maronoa and surrounding regions
• Wide Bay and surrounding regions.

New South Wales:

• Far West and Orana
• Capital Region
• Mid North Coast
• Richmond, Tweed and surrounding regions
• Central West
• Riverinsa, Murray and surrounding regions
• New England and surrounding regions
• Lord Howe Island

Victoria:

• North West Victoria
• Warrnambool and surrounding regions
• Shepparton and surrounding regions
• Hume region
• Bendigo and surrounding regions
• Gippsland and La Trobe

South Australia:

• Waikerie and surounds
• Outback SA, including Leigh Creek, Yunta, Marla, Woomera/Andamooka
• Karoonda, Lameroo and Surrounds
• Mintaro and Surrounds

Tasmania:

• Launceston and surrounding regions
• North East Tasmania
• Bruny Island
• Ben Lomond, Evandale and surrounding regions
• Queenstown, Zeehan and surrounding regions
• Wynyard
• Campbell Town and Ross

Western Australia:

• Wheatbelt
• Outback WA
• Bunbury and surrounding regions
• Exmouth and surrounding regions

Northern Territory:

• Darwin
• Alice Springs and surrounding regions
• Katherine and surrounding regions

External Territories:

• Norfolk Island
• Cocos (Keeling) Islands
• Christmas Island

More information about this role, requirements and eligibility can be found in the attached Application Information Kit.

Candidates should be available for the full length of the contract period from 27 April to 11 October 2026.

Have more questions? Call our Recruitment Support Line on 1300 100 557.