Casual Custody Officer — Wairoa

NZ Police; Gisborne; Sur place; NZD 75 000 - 79 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

New Zealand Police in Wairoa is seeking a Casual Custody Officer to help manage the health and safety of detainees in custody and during transit. This role is based in Wairoa and involves supporting the Custody Unit and courthouse operations with dignity and respect.

You will need a full New Zealand Driver Licence, reside within 30 minutes of the Wairoa Police Station, be able to attend court fixtures, complete a pre-employment medical and fitness assessment, and participate in four weeks of

Qualifications

• You will use active listening and clear communication to gather information and manage detainee welfare.
• Resilience is needed to stay calm and de‑escalate in challenging situations.
• You will collaborate with external stakeholders to ensure care and support for vulnerable detainees.
• Adaptability is required in a fluid operational environment and to changing shifts.
• Ongoing training is a requirement for this role.

Responsabilités

• Uncover and collect information using active listening and communication skills.
• Remain composed and de‑escalate risk in adverse situations.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to ensure appropriate care for detainees.
• Adapt to changing conditions while maintaining high professionalism.
• Commit to ongoing training and development.

Connaissances

Active listening

Communication

Resilience

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Fitness

Description du poste

New Zealand Police in Wairoa is seeking a Casual Custody Officer to help manage the health and safety of detainees in custody and during transit. This role is based in Wairoa and involves supporting the Custody Unit and courthouse operations with dignity and respect.

You will need a full New Zealand Driver Licence, reside within 30 minutes of the Wairoa Police Station, be able to attend court fixtures, complete a pre-employment medical and fitness assessment, and participate in four weeks of