Aviation Security Manager — Auckland Airport

New Zealand Government; Auckland; On-site; NZD 137,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Sick leave entitlements from day one

10 days domestic leave annually

KiwiSaver matching up to 4%

Vision assistance

Flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Civil Aviation Authority is seeking a Manager, Aviation Security (Upper North) to provide strategic and operational leadership for Aviation Security at Auckland Airport. You will report to the Regional Head of Aviation Security (Upper North) and oversee performance, resource planning, continuity and stakeholder engagement to deliver world-class security services.

You will lead through experienced operational leaders and drive improvements in service excellence, safety, and passenger

Qualifications

• Experience leading large operational teams through leaders.
• Strong track record of delivering operational performance and continuous improvement.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead aviation security operations at Auckland Airport, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations and operational requirements.
• Drive performance, continuous improvement and customer-focused outcomes across Auckland Airport operations.
• Contribute to strategic planning, business continuity, budgeting, and workforce planning.
• Build and maintain relationships with airports, government agencies and industry partners.
• Coach and develop leaders to build a high-performing operational team.

Skills

Operational leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial & budget mgmt

Change management

Job description

The Civil Aviation Authority is seeking a Manager, Aviation Security (Upper North) to provide strategic and operational leadership for Aviation Security at Auckland Airport. You will report to the Regional Head of Aviation Security (Upper North) and oversee performance, resource planning, continuity and stakeholder engagement to deliver world-class security services.

You will lead through experienced operational leaders and drive improvements in service excellence, safety, and passenger