Senior Investigator

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QLeave is seeking an experienced Senior Investigator to join its Enforcement team in Queensland. You will undertake complex desktop and field investigations into suspected breaches of portable long service leave legislation, analyse evidence, interpret legislation, and prepare high-quality court briefs, reports and recommendations for senior decision-makers.

You will build strong stakeholder relationships, provide expert advice on portable long service leave matters, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting and managing complex investigations with reports and notices.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation in regulatory settings.
• Strong written and oral communication for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desktop and field investigations into breaches of portable long service leave legislation.
• Analyse evidence, prepare reports and court briefs for senior decision-makers.
• Lead investigations and contribute to enforcement strategies and outcomes.
• Build stakeholder relationships and provide expert advice on matters.
• Occasional intrastate travel and compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Investigations

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in Government Investigations

Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Justice

Job description

Are you an experienced investigator looking to apply your expertise in a role that delivers meaningful outcomes for Queensland workers? Join QLeave's Enforcement team and undertake complex investigations into suspected breaches of portable long service leave legislation. This flexible, full-time permanent position offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your investigative expertise in a contemporary regulatory environment, contributing to compliance outcomes that support Queensland workers and employers.

About QLeave

QLeave is a statutory authority administering portable long service leave schemes for workers in the building and construction, contract cleaning, and community services industries. With over $2.5 billion in funds under management, we ensure that Queensland's workers receive the benefits they've earned. Our commitment to strong governance, accountability, and service excellence underpins everything we do.

About The Role

As a Senior Investigator, you will undertake complex desktop and field-based investigations into suspected breaches of portable long service leave legislation. You will analyse evidence, interpret and apply legislation, prepare high-quality court briefs, reports and recommendations for senior decision-makers, build strong stakeholder relationships, and support consistent and effective enforcement outcomes.

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct predominately desktop investigations into alleged legislative breaches, gathering, analysing and assessing evidence. When required, undertake field-based activities including interviews, witness statement collection, service of statutory notices, and preparation of evidentiary and court documentation.
• Exercise authorised officer powers under the portable long service leave legislation.
• Lead complex research and investigative reviews, preparing high-quality reports and documentation for senior leaders, executive leadership and the General Manager.
• Provide expert advice on portable long service leave matters and relevant legislation, supporting voluntary compliance initiatives, stakeholder education and industry engagement.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of enforcement strategies, procedures and operational practices to enhance team effectiveness and compliance outcomes.

For a complete list of the role responsibilities, please refer to the role description.

What We’re Looking For

QLeave appointments are based on selecting the eligible applicant best suited to the position. We'll assess your application based on your experience, potential for development, and your personal qualities.

For This Role, We Will Consider Your

• Demonstrated experience in conducting and managing complex investigations including preparing comprehensive reports, statutory notices, decision notices and court briefs.
• Experience in analysing, interpreting and applying legislation, policies and procedures in a compliance, prosecutorial or regulatory environment.
• Ability to build strong and enduring working relationships for joint delivery of outcomes.
• Ability to tailor verbal, written messaging to communicate in a clear, concise and articulate manner to a variety of audiences.
• Experience in managing complex issues, analysing evidence, identifying risks and developing defensible solutions.
• Aptitude and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative work environment that encourages a skilled, motivated and productive team.

Intrastate and overnight travel may be required for this role.

Applicants must have a ‘C’ or ‘CA’ class licence.

There Are No Mandatory Qualifications For This Role, However

• A Certificate IV or Diploma in Government Investigations, Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Justice or similar qualification or experience would be highly regarded.
• It is desirable to have previous experience in investigation management, investigations, brief management and providing oral evidence in court.

QLeave values diversity and is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available upon request to ensure all candidates can showcase their abilities.

Occupational group

Administration