Experienced Security Technician, Waikato

Aotea Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Aotea Group is seeking a Senior Security Technician to lead the delivery of high‑value security projects across multiple sites. You will implement integrated security solutions, manage documentation and ITPs, and guide installation and commissioning teams.

The role requires strong PLC and IT networking knowledge, attention to regulatory standards, and a pro‑active, team‑oriented approach to enable project success and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience installing and commissioning security systems.
• Experience with CCTV, access control, perimeter detection.
• Strong knowledge of IT networks, server infrastructure.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and licensing processes.
• Relevant qualifications in engineering, IT, or electronic security.

Responsibilities

• Identify and rectify faults on client systems, and communicate the actions/components required to remedy the fault
• Lead, alongside the Operations Manager, the preparation and management of ITPs, compliance documents, and licensing requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians during installation and commissioning or projects and service technicians attending reactive works.
• Collaborate with operation/project managers, clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project and task execution.
• Maintain and manage detailed documentation, drawings, and change records throughout project lifecycles.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges during design, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the highest safety, quality, and compliance standards.

Skills

Security systems

CCTV & access control

PLC systems

IT networks

Documentation skills

Problem solving

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering or IT degree

Tools

Gallagher

Inner Range

Milestone

NX Witness

Wave

Job description

Are you an experienced Senior Security Technician looking to take on a wide range of challenging, multi-scale, complex projects and tasks in one of New Zealand’s fastest growing regions?

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Security professional to join our team, delivering unrivalled service and security system solutions across our many critical sites throughout the wider Waikato region.

About The Role

As a Senior Security Technician, you will play a pivotal role in our team on the successful delivery of high-value, technically complex tasks and/or projects. You will be responsible for communicating clearly with both internal and external stakeholders, be experienced in implementing integrated security systems, ensuring compliance with all licensing and regulatory standards, and managing detailed documentation such as plans, aiding in supporting the development of as-built drawings, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

This role requires someone who has the experience to apply rational thinking to any situation, the presence to take control of a situation and job that may arise, and the team-first mentality to work alongside the wider group and clients for the total success of the branch and company.

This role is ideal for that driven technician who wants to take ownership of their work and has the attitude to continue growing in a fast paced industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and rectify faults found on client’s systems, and communicate the actions/components required to remedy the fault
• Lead, alongside the Operations Manager, the preparation and management of ITPs, compliance documents, and licensing requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians during installation and commissioning or projects and service technicians attending reactive works.
• Collaborate with operation/project managers, clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project and task execution.
• Maintain and manage detailed documentation, drawings, and change records throughout project lifecycles.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges during design, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the highest safety, quality, and compliance standards.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience both installing and commissioning systems including Gallagher, Inner Range, ICT, Milestone, NX Witness and Wave (as examples)
• Strong knowledge and hands on experience of PLC systems
• Strong knowledge of IT networks, server infrastructure, and core security systems.
• Proven experience in the design, delivery, and integration of large-scale security systems (CCTV, access control, perimeter detection, etc.).
• Hands-on experience in installation, testing, and commissioning of electronic security solutions.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance, licensing processes, and industry standards.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including ITPs, and as-built records.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in high-security environments.
• Relevant qualifications in engineering, IT, or electronic security (or equivalent industry experience).

Why Join Us?

• Work on some of the most challenging and rewarding security projects in the country.
• Be part of a highly skilled, collaborative team committed to delivering excellence.
• Opportunity to grow and follow a future path that matches your goals.
• Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities within a growing national business.