New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver 'Our Business' and achieve long-term change.Vehicle Safety Officer!* Based at Canterbury* Police Employee* Permanent/Full Time* NAV* JR 4961946Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face.Mo te tunga | About the roleAre you an 'A' grade qualified heavy or light Automotive Engineer? Do you want to become part of a team that has a passion for heavy motor vehicle safety? Do you want to make a difference and are you self-motivated? If the answer is yes, then this could be for you.The NZ Police Commercial Vehicle Safety Team (CVST) is looking for a suitably qualified applicant to train and become one of the team's Vehicle Safety Officers (VSO).The VSO role primarily involves inspecting commercial vehicles for compliance with Land Transport rules and regulations including full mechanical inspections, driver/operator compliance checks, weighbridge and roadside enforcement duties, and providing expert advice to team members and management.He aha taau e kawe mai | What you'll bringWhilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.Skills & Experience:Knowledge of heavy/light vehicle inspection, CoF/WoFKnowledge of the legislative requirements for vehicle standardsAn ability to relate to and communicate with people from all parts of the transport sectorAn understanding of the requirements for heavy vehicle brakingA passion for all New Zealanders to 'be safe, feel safe.'A practical experience in the use of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with good numeracy and literacy skills.Special RequirementsMust hold New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 4) or equivalent.A clean driving record, a class 2 Motor Vehicle license is essential.Applicants must be a NZ or Australian citizen, or a NZ resident, or have a valid NZ work visa to apply for this position.Must have Heavy Diesel Vehicle Experience.This role is set at Individual Contributor level, this means your key purpose is 'to deliver or enable others to deliver Our Business.'Mo tatou | About usNew Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country.Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level.Tono inaianei | Apply nowIf this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.Utu a-tau | SalaryThis position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $80,295 and $83,975 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Friday 11 October 2024. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact ******.
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