Inspectors and Regulatory Officers play a crucial role in administering and enforcing government and corporate regulations and standards in Australia. These professionals ensure compliance with various laws and regulations, and their work spans across different industries and sectors.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in the Inspectors and Regulatory Officers unit group require a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

Relevant experience of at least one year may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some cases, additional on-the-job training and experience may be required in addition to formal qualifications. Registration or licensing may also be necessary for certain roles.

Tasks Include:

• Searching aircraft, vehicles, premises, and individuals to detect illegal activities such as undocumented cargo, prohibited goods, and illegal aliens
• Examining and assessing visas and residency applications
• Testing applicants' ability to operate a motor vehicle, assessing their suitability for learner's permits and probationary licenses, and issuing these permits and licenses
• Identifying invasive pests and diseases and determining appropriate treatment and management actions
• Assessing claims for government benefits
• Conducting random checks of taxation documents to detect non-compliance with taxation legislation
• Performing visual checks of mechanical, structural, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems of railway wagons, carriages, and locomotives
• Ensuring that train, tram, and bus services adhere to schedules, monitoring the cleanliness and condition of vehicles, and recommending improvements to services
• Receiving and assessing applications for licenses to use water, investigating water resource capabilities, and conducting site inspections

Occupations:

• 599511 Customs Officer
• 599512 Immigration Officer
• 599513 Motor Vehicle Licence Examiner
• 599514 Invasive Pest, Weed and Disease Inspector
• 599515 Social Security Assessor
• 599516 Taxation Inspector
• 599517 Train Examiner
• 599518 Transport Operations Inspector
• 599521 Water Inspector
• 599599 Inspectors and Regulatory Officers nec

599511 Customs Officer

Alternative Title: Customs Inspector

A Customs Officer administers and enforces customs and related legislation. They assist with customs control of overseas passengers, crew, aircraft, ships, cargo, mail, and bond stores.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisation: Customs Investigator

599512 Immigration Officer

An Immigration Officer examines and assesses the entry of people from other countries. They administer visas and residency applications according to immigration legislation, rules, and policies. When necessary, they use legal powers to detain and remove illegal entrants.

Skill Level: 4

599513 Motor Vehicle Licence Examiner

A Motor Vehicle Licence Examiner tests motor vehicle driving licence applicants and issues learner's permits and probationary licenses. Registration or licensing is required for this occupation.

Skill Level: 4

599514 Invasive Pest, Weed and Disease Inspector

Alternative Titles: Biosecurity Officer (Weeds and Pests), Noxious Weeds and Pest Inspector

An Invasive Pest, Weed and Disease Inspector inspects and monitors plants, animals, land, and water for invasive pests and diseases. They organize control or eradication measures as needed.

Skill Level: 4

599515 Social Security Assessor

A Social Security Assessor assesses social welfare claims and entitlements under government legislation. They also investigate fraud and suspected breaches of legislation.

Skill Level: 4

599516 Taxation Inspector

A Taxation Inspector inspects and assesses taxation returns to ensure compliance with government legislation. They also investigate suspected breaches of taxation legislation.

Skill Level: 4

599517 Train Examiner

An Examiner inspects rolling stock in railway yards, terminals, and stations to ensure adherence to safety standards and operational rules and regulations.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisation: Locomotive Inspector

599518 Transport Operations Inspector

A Transport Operations Inspector monitors scheduled train, tram, and bus services. They investigate accidents, complaints, and service disruptions.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations: Bus Inspector, Tram Inspector

599521 Water Inspector

A Water Inspector monitors the allocation and use of water from resources such as streams, rivers, and underground sources.

Skill Level: 4

Specialisations: Boring Inspector, Stream Control Officer

599599 Inspectors and Regulatory Officers nec

This occupation group covers Inspectors and Regulatory Officers not elsewhere classified.

Skill Level: 4

Occupations in this group include: Animal Management Officer, Trade Mark Examiner, Weights and Measures Inspector, Assessment and Compliance Officer