Casual Event Support & Security Staff - Wellington

Red Badge Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid weekly

Flexible shifts

Event exposure

Training and progression

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Red Badge Group is seeking confident, people-focused candidates to join our Event Security team on a casual basis in Wellington. You’ll help guests, check tickets and access points, and contribute to a safe, enjoyable experience at major events.

Ideal applicants show a positive attitude, reliability, and strong communication. We offer flexible shifts, weekly pay, and opportunities for training and progression within New Zealand’s event scene.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Reliability and professionalism.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• A clean criminal record.
• Must be 18+ and legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
• Current COA Licence or eligibility to obtain one (we can help you obtain this).
• Experience in security, hospitality, retail, customer service or events is a bonus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist event guests.
• Check tickets, bags and accreditations.
• Help manage crowds and event access points.
• Provide great customer service.
• Support a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending.
• Handle situations calmly and professionally.

Skills

Positive attitude

Good communication

Reliability

Professionalism

Evenings weekends holidays

Clean criminal record

18+ NZ work eligibility

COA licence eligibility

Experience in events/security/host

Job description

Step into the heart of Wellington's biggest moments! If you love live entertainment, thrive in buzzing atmospheres, and enjoy helping people have an unforgettable time, this is your chance to be part of it all. Red Badge Group is on the lookout for confident, people-focused legends to join our Event Security team on a casual basis.

From concerts and sports to community celebrations, you’ll help keep the vibe high and the experience seamless for every guest.

About Us

Red Badge Group is a proudly 100% Kiwi-owned and operated organisation providing a full suite of security services, including security guarding, alarm monitoring, mobile patrols, drone surveillance, event security and training services.

We're passionate about protecting people and places while creating a positive and inclusive workplace, recently winning the Employer of Choice award in 2026, and recognised as a finalist in 2022. We are also proud to be the only provider of remote aerial drone security in New Zealand through SkyGuard, an innovative service helping redefine how organisations approach security and surveillance.

What You'll Do:

• Welcome and assist event guests

• Check tickets, bags and accreditations

• Help manage crowds and event access points

• Provide great customer service

• Support a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending

• Handle situations calmly and professionally

No two shifts are the same, and you'll be right in the middle of the action.

What We're Looking For:

• A positive attitude and good communication skills

• Reliability and professionalism

• Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays

• A clean criminal record

• Must be 18+ and legally entitled to work in New Zealand

• Current COA Licence or eligibility to obtain one (we can help you obtain this)

• Experience in security, hospitality, retail, customer service or events is a bonus, but not essential.

Benefits of working with us:

• Competitive pay, paid weekly
• Flexible shifts that fit around study, whānau, or other commitments
• Be part of iconic events, festivals, concerts, and sporting fixtures
• Annual Awards Night, Christmas functions, and year-round employee recognition
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive team culture

If you're looking for a role that's social, flexible and gives you access to some of the best events in Wellington, we'd love to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for further steps.