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
$67K
Lower
$75K to $104K
Most common
$125K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
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
- inspect baggage, vehicles and people
- check travel documents are valid
- interview travellers about their activities
- identify suspicious objects and vehicles
- seize prohibited and dangerous items
- investigate suspicious and illegal activities
- detain suspected offenders
- explain customs laws to travellers
- share information with law enforcement agencies
- give evidence in court
Organised
Enterprising
Practical
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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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