APS Section 26 Transfers Explained
APS Section 26 Transfers Explained: Pay, Permanent Moves, Temporary Transfers and How to Negotiate Salary If you already work in the Australian Public Service and want to move to another agency, a section 26 transfer is often the mechanism that makes it happen. For...
APS & State Gov Resume Writing (done-for-you)
Writing a government application is an exercise in compliance. Recruitment panels assess applications against strict capability frameworks. A standard corporate resume fails this compliance check. We provide a done-for-you resume writing service tailored for the...
How to get a government job
Securing a position within the public sector requires a fundamental shift in how you present your professional identity. Whether you are targeting the Australian Public Service (APS), a state-based entity, or a local council, the recruitment process is governed by the...
What Skills Make You More Attractive in APS Government Interviews?
If you want to perform better in an APS government interview, you need to understand one important truth: panels are not just listening for polished answers. They are listening for evidence that you can perform at the level of the role. If you’re new to the process,...
APS Hiring Freeze 2026: What Job Seekers Need to Know
APS Hiring Freeze 2026: What Job Seekers Need to Know Many candidates searching for Australian Public Service jobs in 2026 are hearing the phrase "APS hiring freeze". While there is not a single formal government-wide freeze currently in place across all agencies,...
How to Beat the APS State Gov ATS Algorithms and Get Shortlisted
How to Beat the ATS Algorithms and Get Shortlisted To beat the automated algorithms and avoid the high filter-out rate that many applicants experience, you must move away from generic applications. Because some government roles now receive hundreds of applications,...
APS & State Gov Job Cuts 2026
APS & State Gov Job Cuts 2026: Why Securing a Government Job Just Got Harder (And How to Beat the Odds) If you’re trying to secure a role or win a promotion in the Australian Public Service (APS) or State Government in 2026, you’ve probably already noticed...
APS Resume Keywords Selection Criteria Star Examples
Most APS resumes fail before a human reads them. Not because the applicant lacks experience, but because PageUp, the applicant tracking system used by most APS agencies, cannot find the keywords it is looking for. This guide shows you exactly which keywords to use,...
How to Write an APS Pitch Statement and Cover Letter for PageUp ATS
Home › APS Interview Tips & Resources › How to Write an APS Pitch Statement APS Applications & AI Shortlisting By APS Interview Coach | Updated March 2025 | ⏱ 12 min read Most APS applicants spend hours crafting a pitch statement — only to have it filtered out...
High Pressure Government Interview Coaching
The Direct Answer: To master high-pressure government interviews, seek coaching from former APS or State Government hiring managers who specialise in the Merit Principle and capability frameworks. Effective coaching must include mock interview simulations and training...