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This page contains a selection of investigation jobs advertised externally. We’ve chosen some to show you what great roles there are in this industry, whether you’re looking for work as a private investigator, government/corporate investigator, work, health and safety or in many of the roles in the justice system.
Another good way to see what’s out there is to hop onto www.seek.com and type in the role you’re looking for. Type in “Investigator” and see what comes up!
We’ve also included some short videos of real investigators working across industry and government. Check them out to see what it’s really like.
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Illegal Dumping Officer
- Conduct regular surveillance of illegal dumping hotspots and develop and instigate enforcement and behaviour change strategies to reduce illegal dumping in these areas.
- Investigate illegal dumping complaints in a timely and effective manner, gather evidence of the person dumping and arrange for the prompt clean-up of illegal dumping sites.
- Work with Council’s Communications team to create and implement awareness, behaviour change/education campaigns including advertising, signage and media content.
- Provide a detailed monthly report, using a report template, to demonstrate the extent of illegal dumping and actions taken during that period.
- Live and uphold Council's values
- An interest in the environment and a passion to reduce illegal dumping in the Bundaberg Region
- An understanding of both education and enforcement as effective tools to reduce illegal dumping
- Excellent communication, negotiation and problem solving skills to ensure the best outcomes
- Demonstrated organisational skills with ability to plan workload, achieve set goals and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated high level skills with computers and office related software.
- A current C class driver’s
- A competitive remuneration salary with options for salary sacrifice, up to 12% Superannuation contributions, 17.5% leave loading
- Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression
- Flexible working arrangements
- Work within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a friendly and supportive team
Job Features
This is a great opportunity to really showcase your investigative skills. Illegal dumping is a real issue, particularly in rural and regional council areas. These are the types of investigations that ...
Cryptocurrency Investigators (multiple roles)
- Assistant Cryptocurrency Investigator - Band Level 4 $76,928 - $90,434
- Cryptocurrency Investigator - Band Level 5 $90,434 - $97,970
- Senior Cryptocurrency Investigator - Band Level 6 $97,970 - $108,093
The key duties of the position include:
Increasing the AFP’s capabilities to take appropriate action where cryptocurrencies are identified in investigations, ensures the AFP is a step ahead of organised crime and can deliver maximum impact to the criminal environment. The AFP must work with industry and partner agencies both domestically and internationally in order to prevent criminals using new technologies to move the proceeds of crime to other jurisdictions. Your role in CCT will include providing Investigator expertise to investigations to identify, trace and seize cryptocurrencies that have been used to facilitate or are the proceeds of crime. These positions present an ideal opportunity for someone wishing to further develop their skills and experience within one of the AFP's most progressive and dynamic teams. Training opportunities will be provided which may include travel interstate and overseas. For further information regarding each position and the role requirements please view the candidate pack at https://www.afp.gov.au/careers/current-vacancies/guides-applicantsEligibility
Assistant Cryptocurrency Investigator - Band 4 • You must be an Australian Citizen; • Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance or the ability to obtain one; • Relevant qualifications or experience and knowledge in an area or expertise; and • Experience using cryptocurrencies and non-custodial wallets. Cryptocurrency Investigator - Band 5 • You must be an Australian Citizen; • Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance or the ability to obtain one; • Relevant qualifications or experience and knowledge in an area or expertise; • Experience using cryptocurrencies and non-custodial wallets; • Minimum 2 years’ experience in supporting investigations/intelligence gathering (in public or private sector) and/or experience in the cryptocurrency industry; and • Understanding of the cryptocurrency industry and the relevant stakeholders. Senior Cryptocurrency Investigator - Band 6 • You must be an Australian Citizen; • Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance or the ability to obtain one; • Relevant qualifications or experience and knowledge in an area or expertise; • Experience using cryptocurrencies and non-custodial wallets and understanding of how cryptocurrencies work and their features; • Minimum 2 years’ experience leading or providing subject matter expert (SME) assistance to criminal or civil investigations involving cryptocurrencies (in public or private sector) • Understanding of the cryptocurrency industry and the relevant stakeholders; and • An ability to provide evidence regarding cryptocurrencies in legal proceedings as a SME.Notes
Contact Officers: A/Supt Janine BEVAN, Phone: +61 5126 1704, Email: Janine.Bevan@afp.gov.au Until 9th January 2022 D/A/Sgt Michael SAMS, Phone: +61 5126 4277, Email: Michael.Sams@afp.gov.au From 10th to 28th January 2022Job Features
The AFP’s Cryptocurrency Capabilities team (CCT) is broadly responsible for uplifting the AFP’s capability to take appropriate action where cryptocurrencies are identified in investigations. The t...
Fraud Investigator
- Conduct and lead technical external investigations
- Provide technical investigative support to Internal Investigations for example, providing investigative strategy, data acquisition and analysis and tool assessments.
- Prepare and review reports, present findings and strategies to management.
- Analyse IP activity, recovery and imaging and tracing of data from hard drives and devices, reconstruct and analyse digital adata, understanding, familiarity and experience with encryption, networking as examples.
- Maintain statistical information and records relating to team activities and assist in the production of management reports
Job Features
If you’re into fraud and money (and, let’s face it, who isn’t) this role at Heritage Bank will see you investigating potential fraud criminally and non-criminally, along with cyber-crime investi...
Complaints Officer
Head to the top end and use your skills to help the Department of Attorney General investigate vulnerable children’s matters. What a lifestyle! Administrative Officer 6 - Remuneration Package $107,395 - $119,865 (including salary $92,620 - $103,538)Job Features
Complaints Officer Head to the top end and use your skills to help the Department of Attorney General investigate vulnerable children’s matters. What a lifestyle! Administrative Officer 6 ...
Ranger
- Demonstrated experience in a regulatory, compliance, enforcement, local laws, animal management or vector control role.
- Sound understanding of Council local laws and other state legislation or ability to rapidly acquire.
- Ability to exercise judgement and initiative where procedures are not clearly defined and ability to identify inefficiencies and provide business improvement solutions.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills including a high level of verbal and written communication ability, and the ability to liaise and negotiate with a wide range of people.
- Ability to work effectively under general supervision either individually or as part of a team with good time management skills and the ability to determine work priorities.
- Demonstrated computer skills with a working knowledge of a wide range of applications (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel, Project, PowerPoint and other related programs).
- Demonstrated commitment to safe working practices, with the ability to identify, resolve and report workplace health and safety issues appropriately.
- Possession and maintenance of a Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.
Job Features
Head to the bush and use your investigative skills in local government. Everything from animal control, investigating dog attacks, local laws investigations and the like. CS-174 RANGER Do you h...
- Have a current and valid NSW CAPI Licence;
- Have a current and valid driver's license and vehicle;
- Have excellent written and verbal skills;
- Are self-motivated and able to work within strict time frames.
- Excellent remuneration/hourly rates and flexible arrangements;
- Comprehensive induction and professional development support;
- Generous staff incentive;
- Laptop and iPhone;
- Our commitment to your work life balance;
- Genuine, supportive and friendly working culture;
- Regular staff celebrations, award and charity events;
- Ongoing opportunities as our national company expands.
Job Features
The Procare Group is looking for factual investigators in Insurance, CTP and Workers Compensation matters. The Procare Group, and many others, regularly advertise in this space, right across the count...
Job Description
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Not provided
Organisation: State Revenue Office
Salary: $87,640 - $99,438
Occupation: Regulatory Governance and Compliance
Reference: VG/SRO/MELSINV/0721
- At least six (6) ongoing roles and at least one fixed term role
- Salary $87,640 plus 10% superannuation – VPS Grade 4
- Based in Melbourne CBD
- Conducting complex and sensitive investigations across multiple revenue lines with minimal guidance.
- Quantifying customers' tax liabilities and explain to them the reasons for the decisions made as part of an investigation.
- Negotiating appropriate outcomes with customers.
- Producing accurate, clear and concise reports on investigation findings.
- Assisting in the professional development of less experienced investigators by mentoring, supporting, advising and guiding them.
- A demonstrated record of achievement as an investigator in a revenue or taxation environment.
- Experience in interpreting and applying complex legislation.
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills to conduct research and devise innovative and effective solutions under strict deadlines.
- Proven interpersonal, presentation and customer service skills to consult and negotiate with stakeholders.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Well-developed coaching and mentoring skills.
- a completed application form (attached), and
- a current resume,
- As part of our selection process, we conduct pre-appointment checks including those related to references, identity, qualifications, work history, work visa, and police record history.
- There will be a probation review.
- If you are viewing this advertisement on Seek, the position description and application form are available via the ‘Apply Now' or ‘Apply on Company Site' buttons.
Job Features
Not everyone’s cup of tea, but this role is responsible for investigation tax liability, levies, grants and subsidies on behalf of the state revenue office. Job Description Location: Melbour...
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This role undertakes compliance activities including investigations and inspections and provides support to Investigators in targeted operations to ensure and enhance compliance with relevant legislat...
- Hold a current VIC Security License as an Investigator and currently working within the industry. (Essential)
- Have a minimum of 3 months insurance investigative experience.
- Possess equipment including motor vehicle, laptop computer, printer, digital camera and video
- Have excellent grammar and report writing skills
- Display appropriate file/time management and computer skills
- Compulsory Third Party
- Workers Compensation
- General Insurance
- Public Liability
- Income Protection
- Skills in the management and investigation in any of the above claims.
- An ability to work as a member of a progressive, ethical and professional investigation and assessing firm
- Competitive subcontract rates available. Salaried positions considered for suitable/proven applicants
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Maurice Kerrigan & Co are a national firm in the Insurance investigations space. Maurice J Kerrigan & Associates is a national Investigation Industry leader who provide services to m...
Senior Investigator
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This role work in a state government space within the Office of the Independent Assessor. They investigate complaints made against elected local government members. State Development, Manufactu...
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Another pristine location working in local government compliance and investigations! You’ll need a cert IV in government investigations for this one. JOB NO: FCRC128704 LOCATION: HERVEY BAY C...
- Assist in the design and implementation of EMA's open source strategy to support detection of events, validation of information and analytical data modelling during disaster events
- Contribute technical expertise to inform the development of software solutions to support technology that will provide early indicators of high-impact events and emerging risks
- Assist in the development of digital interactive reporting and contribute to data dashboards for web-based impact reports, providing information into EMA’s Common Operating Picture (COP)
- Expand and increase engagement of content across social media platforms, using both paid and organic strategies
- Work effectively in a small team of open source intelligence specialists, providing input into EMA's open source strategic direction and developing work plans that remain abreast of social media trends and best practices.
- How your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role
- Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
- Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
- Your CV
- Your Applicant Response document
- Details of referees
- Include your full name and the Requisition Number - 98444 in the footer of any documents being uploaded.
- Be an Australian Citizen
- Fulfil the Department’s minimum requirements by satisfactorily answering all screening questions during the application process
- Obtain and maintain the required AGSVA clearance
- Obtain and maintain a current Employment Suitability Clearance
- Satisfy a probation period
- Undergo a health assessment (if applicable).
Job Features
A great role utilising skills in OSINT and investigation to help the Department of Home Affairs. Requisition Number: 98444 Position Number/s: 60125581 Classification: APS Level 5 Location: ...
Code of Conduct Investigator
- demonstrated experience in investigating reported misconduct and preliminary enquiries in an APS environment;
- Cert IV/Diploma in Government Investigations (or working towards);
- Australian Citizenship (and the ability to obtain any required security clearance)
- highly developed critical analysis and reasoning skills;
- experience working in a fast-paced busy team, where multiple conflicting deadlines need to be managed; and
- a customer focus where you can provide advice and support to managers or employees who are involved in the conduct investigation matters.
Job Features
Interesting role in the Australian Public Service for a Code of Conduct Investigator, for six months. Requires a certificate IV in Government Investigations, or be working towards it. The Organ...