Policy, Planning & Regulation, Government (Government & Defence)Our Vision: Preventing Harm. Saving Lives. Securing our FutureWe play a key role in the guardianship of New Zealand waterways . We're bringing together our aroha, work and skills to achieve our outcomes of sustainable supply chains and sectors, safe people and operations, secure ports and ships, and clean seas and waterways.Our values are about who we are as individuals and the behaviours we expect from each other at Maritime NZ.Care | Kia Tika - We care for each other and do the right thingCourage | Kia Maia - We are brave, capable and confidentThe Investigation Team investigates the more complex and serious accidents, incidents and mishaps. They operate under both the maritime Transport Act (MTA) and the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA). In addition to identifying key safety issues, the team also ensures people who do not comply with Maritime rules and regulations, as well as obligations under HSWA are held to account. By holding people to account for non-compliance, the Team also promotes future compliance and contributes to improving safety culture more broadly.Te tunga | The roleAs the Specialist Investigator you'll provide specialist investigative functions for Maritime New Zealand. The role uses a variety of techniques to investigate a diverse range of compliance and safety matters including accidents and incidents in the maritime transport sector, serious harm injuries, fit and proper person matters, joint agency investigations, and covert investigations into non-compliant or criminal behaviour.The successful candidate will need to have a current and clean driver license and be available to travel within NZ at short notice. It is a requirement of this position for the person to hold warrants under the Maritime Transport Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. Necessary training will be provided as part of the position.Proven experience and knowledge of investigation/compliance environment experience or enforcement qualifications/experience to a senior or specialist level - Maritime experience is preferablePreferably has achieved or working towards, a Level 5 Compliance qualification with specialisation in investigations, or a recognised equivalent level of competenceExperience in legal interpretation and judicial processesStrong analytical skills with the ability to use logic and accepted investigative methods to solve problems to achieve sound resultsStrong communication skills with the ability to be able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and stylesAbility to manage multiple investigations and a varying workloadAbility to work in a culturally safe and respectful manner, always being mindful of the cultural diversity of the industry and having regard to Te Ao Maori and Treaty of Waitangi principlesAwareness of our obligations to Victims under the Victims' Rights Act 2002Maritime NZ recognises and respects te Tiriti o Waitangi and we are committed to working with Maori to build strong, meaningful and enduring relationships to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.We aim to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported with a sense of belonging. We encourage our people to actively contribute to our workplace culture where we all thrive and authentically live our MNZ values.Upon joining us you'll receive a full range of benefits including Income Protection and Life Insurance so check out our full range on our careers page to find out more about why we love working here.This role can be based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch. Please indicate your preferred location in your covering letter.Salary range $115,456 - $141,112 depending on skills and experience + superannuation.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyTo view a copy of our position description please click the apply button above.We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.Applications for this role close 5pm Monday 13th May 2024. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.#J-18808-Ljbffr
