Casual Custody Officer: Protect & Support Detainees

New Zealand Government; Nelson; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Police is hiring a Casual Custody Officer based in Blenheim to manage detainee welfare and safety during custody and transit. The role focuses on respectful handling, information gathering, and maintaining high professional standards in a dynamic environment.

You will work as part of the Custody Unit, supporting court and transport operations, with shifts that may include early mornings or nights, and a commitment to ongoing training and pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Resilience and composure in challenging situations.
• Ability to de-escalate potential conflict professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation for court statements.
• Team player who is reliable, flexible to shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Uncover and collect information using active listening and communication.
• Remain resilient and calm to de‑escalate situations and mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to ensure detainee welfare is provided.
• Maintain welfare and safety of detainees across custody suites, court houses and transit.

Skills

Strong communication

Resilience

De-escalation

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

New Zealand Police is hiring a Casual Custody Officer based in Blenheim to manage detainee welfare and safety during custody and transit. The role focuses on respectful handling, information gathering, and maintaining high professional standards in a dynamic environment.

You will work as part of the Custody Unit, supporting court and transport operations, with shifts that may include early mornings or nights, and a commitment to ongoing training and pre-employment checks.