Security Guard

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | About the role
You will contribute to the security and protective service of NZDF staff and visitors covering the Wellington Region. You will maintain physical security and safety and assist with emergency and evacuation procedures.
We operate a rotating four on/four off roster, which includes day and night shifts at our Wellington CBD location. This role may also be required to support our NZDF locations in the Hutt Valley region. However, within this pattern, you may be require to also work Monday to Friday with weekends off.

You will:

  • Undergo ongoing training to improve and update standards and professionalism.
  • Recognise, report on and take appropriate action on incidents, risks, breaches and suspicious behaviour.
  • Be appropriately assertive and directive, deescalate situations.
  • Use your relationship management and communication skills to deal with staff, visitors and others in a helpful and positive way.


We really cannot talk enough about how incredible our security guards are; or say enough about the valuable contribution they make as part of a wider security team protecting New Zealand's interests.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience
Ideally, you will have prior experience in operational security and be familiar with shift work. If you are a motivated individual, open to learning new things and would like to kick start a career in security, this is a great opportunity

You will also need:

  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • A good degree of physical fitness.
  • Confidence using computers and familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to deescalate situations and deal with a variety of people.
  • Previous experience in CCTV, control room monitoring and use of security related databases and equipment is advantageous (desired but not essential).
Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience.

But that's just the beginning - safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.

Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.
NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence.

With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment.

We're recognised for our efforts; being Rainbow Tick Certified, holding a Gender Tick Advanced Accreditation. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Applications close on Monday 15 April 2024.
Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

Please Note:

  • Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
  • Applicants will be required to undergo a preemployment drugscreening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for.

The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
- is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.

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