Aviation Security Officer
5 days ago
Load Assistants
Christchurch Airport
$28.95 per hour | Fixed term
Frontline Aviation Security role with full training provided
The Aviation Security Service currently has fixed term opportunities available for Load Assistants based at Christchurch Airport with full training provided - no experience required
About the role
As a Load Assistant you will be responsible for greeting passengers and preparing them for pre-flight screening at Christchurch Airport's International and Domestic screening points. We have multiple fixed term positions available from early December 2025 through till early March 2026. For these roles, we are requiring a workforce that is available 11.30am to 4.30pm across 7 days a week. You will be working a 6 days on/3 days off roster.
Why join us?
When you join us as a Load Assistant, you will be provided with a uniform, 5 days of paid comprehensive training before you start, ongoing support, and a competitive hourly rate of $28.95.
We invest in our people by supporting growth and development within the organisation. We also support career progression so it will be a great opportunity for you to consider progressing into a future Aviation Security Officer role, or another role within the wider Civil Aviation Authority. To check out all our benefits and entry requirements, click on the link below.
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About you
We are looking for people who want to contribute to keeping the skies of Aotearoa New Zealand safe and secure. To be successful in this role, you should be able to engage with a broad range of people, keep calm when things get busy, and have clear verbal communication skills. Ideally, you will have prior customer service experience, but this is not essential.
What do you need?
To be considered for this role, you must have the following:
- New Zealand/ Australian citizenship or New Zealand residency
- Be able to manage your own transportation to and from work (on-time).
- Willing to comply with all required Health and Safety procedures.
- Able to work a shift pattern of 6 days on and 3 days off
- Able to commit to the full contract period, with no leave requirements during that time
Important notes:
Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening including police vetting.
Due to the requirements of the role those with serious criminal convictions will not be considered.
About us
As a safety regulator, the Civil Aviation Authority exists to enable safe flight for social connections, and economic benefit for New Zealand. We believe in keeping people safe and secure in the air, enabling participation in the aviation system, and making a difference to New Zealand aviation. We achieve this through regulatory oversight of the aviation industry and frontline security at our airports.
If this role like you, apply now with your CV and cover letter, outlining your skills for the role and your availability. The Authority embraces diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment where our people feel respected, safe, and valued for their unique contribution.
If you have any questions about this role, please contact us on
Applications close on Sunday 16/11/2025.
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