Section Leader

Mō te tūnga | About the role
The Section Leader oversees the provision of high quality and effective security and protective services during rostered shifts.
**Key responsibilities include**:

- Providing day-to-day operational oversight and support of teams' tasks and duties, including support and training with the operation of the technical security equipment. Ensuring records, logbooks and databases are up to date.
- Providing guidance and frontline leadership to guards on shift.
- Ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Leading shift handover protocols to provide a secure environment for staff, visitors and others 24/7.
- Providing support and respond to incidents and health and safety matters.
- Activating on-call/call-back protocols to ensure adequate staffing levels during the shift as required.
- Maintaining an awareness of the building environment and the people working in and/or visiting the building/site.

The salary range for this role is $82,861.14 - $96,672.38. Please note that the salary offering is inclusive of 4% KiwiSaver contribution and salary loading (roster) allowance payment. This role also operates on a four days on, four days off roster of day and night shifts. Full time work hours are guaranteed. Familiarity or prior experience working shift work will be highly advantageous.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience
Ideally, you will bring 5-7 years prior experience in a security environment and have experience in a Leadership capacity. You may also be an experienced security guard looking for the next step in your career. As part of your experience, you will be equipped with a strong knowledge of security systems and technology along with having confident verbal and written skills.
Along with your ability to build, foster and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, you work well under pressure and maintain security standards, which will be a crucial element to your success in the role.
**Additional skills and qualifications**:

- Ability to display initiative and good judgement.
- Highly effective communication skills with a wide range of people.
- A Class 1 NZ Driver Licence is required.

**Highly desired**:

- Prior shift leadership duties.
- Knowledge of the New Zealand Defence Force and the Protective Security Requirements (PSR).
- Sound understanding of the provision of operational and protection function, preferably in the New Zealand Public/State Sector context.
- A current (and maintained) First Aid Certificate.
- A National Certificate in Security and/or similar experience.

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. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
Applications close on Tuesday 17 September 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 pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

**Please Note**:
To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:
Higher Level Security Clearance
- You must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
- At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last ten (10) years.
- You must have a ten (10) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.