CareerPlan

Investigator

Auckland, North IslandFull-time$86k–$102k2026-10-29 → 2026-11-03
On-siteCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Investigate serious Immigration Act offending, including complex criminal investigations, immigration-related non-compliance, and migrant exploitation.

Role type

Senior criminal investigator (immigration enforcement)

Builds

Evidence-based enforcement outcomes and prosecution files for immigration violations

Domain

Public sector / Immigration law / Criminal justice

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Complex criminal investigation planning and leadership, Prosecution file preparation and management, Court presentation and evidence giving, Witness management and exhibit preparation, Digital and computer-based investigation techniques, Application of New Zealand legislation (Immigration, Crimes, Criminal Procedure, Evidence, Bill of Rights Acts)

Preferred skills

Analytical skills, Report writing

Technologies

Digital investigation tools

Responsibilities

Lead complex criminal investigations into immigration offending, Prepare and manage prosecution files to high evidential standards, Present evidence professionally in court, Manage witnesses and prepare exhibits for court proceedings, Apply relevant New Zealand legislation to investigations and prosecutions

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC