Investigator

Use your investigative skills to support fair, lawful and evidence-based regulatory outcomes Work across several occupational regulation schemes, with an interesting and varied caseload Contribute to public confidence by investigating complaints and regulatory breaches 8 month secondment/fixed term opportunity, based in Wellington Salary range: $85,537-$101,911 + KiwiSaver and wellness benefits About the Role - Tēnei tūranga: Use your investigative skills to support fair, lawful and evidence-based regulatory outcomes Work across several occupational regulation schemes, with an interesting and varied caseload Contribute to public confidence by investigating complaints and regulatory breaches 8 month secondment/fixed term opportunity, based in Wellington Salary range: $85,537-$101,911 + KiwiSaver and wellness benefits Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana - Experience in investigations, compliance, enforcement, complaints handling or a comparable regulatory environment A curious and questioning approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to test information objectively Sound analytical skills, including the ability to assess large volumes of information, identify key issues and make robust recommendations Proven ability to interpret and apply legislation, policy and procedures in a practical and legally sound way Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing clear, well-reasoned reports, advice or decision documents Good judgement, discretion and professionalism when working with sensitive information and people affected by complaints Confidence engaging with a range of stakeholders, including complainants, regulated practitioners, legal advisers, Boards and other regulatory partners Knowledge of tribunals, regulatory Boards or court processes would be an advantage Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, work under pressure and meet deadlines in a changing environment Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand About MBIE - Ētahi kōrero mō 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, a kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahunga roa o ngā iwi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, ka tutuki 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 kaupapa kua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, a 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. Applications close on Sunday 16 August 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr