Customs Officer Trainee

7 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand New Zealand Customs Service Full time

Protecting Aotearoa's borders requires a dedicated team of professionals who can ensure the security and integrity of our trade relationships. As a Trainee Customs Officer, you will play a vital role in this process by conducting inspections, examinations, and audits to prevent the illegal import or export of goods.

Working alongside law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders, you will screen passengers and cargo for prohibited items such as drugs and objectionable material, security threats to New Zealand, and goods subject to duty and GST. Your attention to detail and ability to make sound judgments under pressure will be essential in this role.

In addition to your technical skills, you will also need to possess excellent communication skills and the ability to handle diverse situations professionally and tactfully. You will work in an often fast-paced environment and be comfortable embracing technological advancements and procedural changes.

We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. Our dynamic work environment offers career progression opportunities, competitive compensation, and health and wellbeing benefits. If you have a passion for protecting our borders and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.

  • Conduct inspections, examinations, and audits to ensure compliance with Customs laws and regulations
  • Screen passengers and cargo for prohibited items
  • Work alongside law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders at the border
  • Provide professional assistance to international travelers


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