Investigator

2 weeks ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time

Mō te tūranga | About the role


Here at the Waikato Regional Council, we are committed to working with others to build a Waikato region that has a healthy environment, a strong economy and vibrant communities.


This vacancy is a full-time role based at our Ward Street office and will form part of an effective and professional team.


The ability to adapt to new systems, manage complex and sensitive enquiries to an evidential standard, along with the ability to interact positively with a wide variety of people are fundamental for this role.


The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have a strong background in enforcement and investigation.


Mō te tangata | About you

  • Can demonstrate the ability to manage complex investigations and their subsequent prosecution through defended hearing process.
  • Can demonstrate coordination of multiple cases simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication skills written and verbal. Able to demonstrate effective communication to varying audiences.
  • Political awareness and skill in dealing with sensitive and confidential issues (including cultural sensitivity).
  • Proven success at building relationships and resolving issues with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide mentoring, training, and assistance to other Waikato Regional Council staff as they deal with incidents of noncompliance.

Mō ngā pūkenga | Qualifications and experience

  • Qualified investigator (As New Zealand Police Detective or equivalent).
  • No less than 5 years' investigative experience post investigation qualification.
  • Previous experience in primary industry is desirable but not essential.
  • Previous experience in environmental regulatory or compliance interactions is desirable but not essential.
  • Previous experience in regional or unitary government is desirable but not essential.
  • Previous experience in Resource Management Act enforcement is desirable but not essential.

Mō te tīma | About the team


We are the principal environmental and maritime safety regulators in the Waikato, and we are really busy This role represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced investigator to join our team to investigate serious breaches of environmental law and incidents involving maritime safety.

We look to encourage compliance using the enforcement provisions of the Resource Management Act and Maritime Transport Act.

Mō mātou | About us


We work hard to care for the mighty Waikato, so current and future generations will benefit from a healthy environment, strong economy, and vibrant communities.

Our mahi is as diverse as the region we care for and the people who share it.

Our work helps look after our region's water, soil, air, geothermal areas and coasts - so we can all enjoy these precious resources for generations to come.


Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service.

If you'd like to understand more about what we do please click here
The work we do | Waikato Regional Council.


By partnering with iwi and working with many others in our communities, our collective kaitiakitanga will make the Waikato region even better.

Together, we'll create a sustainable future that will make a positive difference to people's lives.

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