Investigator

About this role

Overview

*Work Type:*Ongoing - Full-time

*Grade:*VPS 4

*Occupation:*Governance and risk management

*Location:*Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

*Reference:*VG/DJCSD01007AUG26

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.

The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers

We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?

Lead complex investigations that help keep Victoria's liquor industry safe.

Use your investigation skills to identify serious risks and breaches.

• You will work on cases that can lead to enforcement action.
• You will help protect the community through fair, evidence-based decisions.
• Ongoing/casual, full-time/part-time role earning $____ to $____ per year, plus super.

What you will do

As an investigator, you will lead regulatory investigations into serious breaches.

You will inspect licensed venues, assess risks and recommend fair enforcement action.

You will

• conduct complex investigations into possible breaches of liquor laws and recommend appropriate action;
• complete detailed research, analyse evidence and provide clear advice on investigation matters;
• inspect licensed venues, observe activities and identify serious compliance or social harm risks;
• prepare accurate reports, briefs and recommendations for enforcement or prosecution action;
• make proportionate decisions based on evidence, policies and procedures.

About you

You need a Victorian driver's licence or an equivalent licence. A relevant tertiary qualification or formal investigations qualification is desirable. At least five years' investigation experience is highly desirable.

You should also have

strong investigation skills, including experience with complex cases and preparing briefs;

data analysis skills, with experience reviewing information and reporting findings;

clear communication skills, including briefings on complex issues for different audiences;

sound judgement, with the ability to solve problems and adapt to changing priorities.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Nathan Lazarus at [email protected].

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Child safe statement of commitment

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

Applications close Monday 24 August 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

10 August 2026

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