Customs officer, Āpiha mana ārai
Also known as
- Assistant customs officer
Customs officers control and inspect goods, ships, planes and people travelling to and from New Zealand and support customs laws and regulations.
Your pay could be
$65K
Lower
$73K to $101K
Most common
$121K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Customs officers
- usually work shifts, including nights and weekends
- usually work in offices, ports, on ships and in airport terminals and freight depots
- may work in hazardous, dusty or noisy conditions
- need to be methodical, responsible and work well under pressure
Tasks
- interview people to obtain information about actions or status of individuals
- examine personal documentation to ensure that it is valid
- detain suspects or witnesses
- inspect cargo to identify potential hazards
- locate suspicious objects or vehicles
- confiscate prohibited or dangerous items
- inform others about laws or regulations
- investigate illegal or suspicious activities
- collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information
- testify at legal or legislative proceedings
Organised
Enterprising
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- to complete an on-the-job training course
- a driver licence
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- to pass a police check
If you’re in school
You usually don't need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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