My understanding is the with public service jobs, the applicant would have had to address all criteria for the position and impress the selction panel. I unsure about the Public Service but in private enterprise, some applicants need to interviews by three separate people in three different location [3X3 rule].

Moreover, the other applicants, indigenous on other Australians, can appeal. SES positions usually require already demonstrated managerial capacities, budgeting ability, teamwork and development skills and a strong academic record. The applicants can appeal and see if the original decision holds or was seen to be invalid.

Race should not play a part in slection or non-selection.

I think the selection procedure in the public service at least is completely insane.

The amount of energy that needs to be expended by man job applicants in order to have a small chance of being selected for one position should be considered scandalous.

There was a time when changing jobs required no more than a few days effort at most for most people. These days it has become an ordeal which can last months.