Frontline Biosecurity Officer – Protect NZ Borders

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI); Auckland; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Wellness payment

Eye test and lens/frame contribution

Group healthcare scheme discounts

Job summary

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking a Quarantine Officer in Auckland. The role covers frontline biosecurity duties at borders, with a rotational roster and varied shifts across days and times. You will protect cargo and passengers entering New Zealand and contribute to a national safety program.

Starting salary is $70,130 per annum with benefits and progression opportunities. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and hold a full NZ driver license.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Be physically fit for standing/moving long periods.
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Protect New Zealand's biosecurity at frontline borders (airports, ports, mail centres, cargo facilities).
• Work on a rotational roster with varied shifts Monday to Sunday.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Computer literacy

Education

NZ driver license

Tools

None

Job description

Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking a Quarantine Officer in Auckland. The role covers frontline biosecurity duties at borders, with a rotational roster and varied shifts across days and times. You will protect cargo and passengers entering New Zealand and contribute to a national safety program.

Starting salary is $70,130 per annum with benefits and progression opportunities. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and hold a full NZ driver license.