(1) The Australian Border Force Commissioner is to be appointed by the Governor - General by written instrument.
(2) The Australian Border Force Commissioner is to be appointed on a full - time basis.
Comptroller - General of Customs
(3) While a person holds office as the Australian Border Force Commissioner the person is also the Comptroller - General of Customs.
Note: Many Commonwealth laws confer functions and powers on the Comptroller - General of Customs.