Senior Investigator

Christchurch
$101,911-121,196 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleDiscover a career with purpose at MBIEDiscover a career with purpose at MBIE

Investigate high level and general based Immigration offending and non-compliance
Permanent full-time opportunity, based in Christchurch
Salary range - $101,911-$121,196 + KiwiSaver + Wellness Benefits

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:The Immigration Compliance and Investigations branch have a vacancy in the investigation team based in Christchurch.We are looking for a self-motivated and passionate Senior Investigator who is eager to take the next step in their career and be part of a dynamic, hardworking team in a fast-paced environment.We offer the successful candidate the chance to be part of a new era in Immigration with a focus on regulatory expertise in an intelligence informed environment.The team sits within Te Whakatairanga Service Delivery for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and are tasked with preventing and responding to immigration related offending and non-compliance.

Bring your investigation skills, knowledge and experience to an immigration setting
Be part of a supportive and welcoming team, working in a modern and comfortable environment
You will be exposed to a variety of immigration related investigations throughout New Zealand
You will be part of a cohesive and collaborative team making a positive difference to Immigration New Zealand
You will undertake training to become a warranted Immigration Officer
We offer the ability to grow your career in a supportive environment

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana -Skills and Experience Required

Experience in leading, planning and / or undertaking complex criminal investigations and prosecutions, including fraud, in a team environment
Ability to support vulnerable complainants through the investigation and prosecution process
Excellent communication skills, ability to manage risk and maintain confidentiality with sensitive issues
Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach and supervise in a team environment
Sound understanding and application of NZ legislation in investigation and prosecution processes e.g. Criminal Procedures Act, Rules of Evidence, Bill of Rights, Official Information & Privacy Acts and Crimes Act etc.
Demonstrated planning and organising skills including the ability to maintain a high level of performance when under pressure
A demonstrated knowledge and application of modern investigation techniques including the use of IT software e.g. computer forensics
Proven ability to develop trust and credibility with managers and fellow staff
Tertiary qualification, preferably in law enforcement, and/or comparable relevant experience in investigation and prosecution related work
The ability to gain and maintain a national security clearance as required

For your application to be considered, you must be either a New Zealand citizen or hold a New Zealand permanent residency class visa.Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About MBIE:MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

Mahi Tahi – Better Together
Māia – Bold and brave
Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapakua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.All applications must be submitted via our online process.We can't wait to hear from you!Email Sarah Hutcheson at quoting ref MBIE/18267 if you have any further questions.Applications close on Wednesday 17 September 2025.

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