Labour Inspector | Napier at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, Hawkes BayDiscover a career with purpose at MBIEPermanent RoleStarting Salary $77,359Napier, Hawkes BayA mix of office and field-based responsibilitiesMake a difference in the communityEnsure fair working conditions for allLabour inspectors are responsible for ensuring that employers are compliant with legislative provisions relating to the payment of the minimum wage, holiday and leave entitlements, written employment agreements, and mandatory record keeping requirements.This role will be focused on ensuring employers are compliant with both employment standards and Immigration policy within the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme.The scheme responds to New Zealand labour market shortages in the horticulture and viticulture industries by allowing the recruitment of short-term migrant labour from the Pacific.As a Labour Inspector, you will be:Proactively assessing compliance with employment standards and Immigration policyEducating and working with employers to ensure they are meeting all requirementsWorking with employee representatives and Pacific Liaison Officers to understand issues affecting employeesWorking collaboratively with other regulatorsInvestigating complaints involving alleged breaches of the standardsHolding employers to account using enforcementWhy work for us?You'll have full on-the-job training as well as ongoing mentoring opportunities, including being able to complete nationally recognised qualifications in regulatory complianceWe'll help you develop your career in this roleYou'll work with a strong, supportive, and high-achieving teamSkills and Experience RequiredA strong interest in public service and community wellbeingExceptional people skills with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of people and culturesInterest and/or study towards developing a career in employment relationsAbility to ask the right questions to quickly obtain the information required from employers and employeesAbility to interpret and apply legislation to different workplace scenariosPrevious experience in an analytical, regulatory, or compliance role (desirable)New Zealand Certificate in Regulatory Compliance – Level 3 (desirable)Hold a current full New Zealand driver's license (required)Be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident (required)MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.Maia– Bold and bravePae Kahurangi – Build our FutureOur aspirations are echoed in our Maori identity – Hikina Whakatutuki – which broadly means 'lifting to make successful'.MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, and the Crown.Email ****** quoting ref MBIE/16160 if you have any further questions.Applications close on 26 November 2024Employer: Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
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