Casual Security Officer

Lyttelton Port Company

Lyttelton

On-site

NZD 30,000 - 39,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Lyttelton Port Company is seeking a casual Security team member to cover absences, including during cruise season. You will join a 24/7 roster, provide security, check IDs, and assist guests boarding buses for cruise operations.

Training will be provided and flexibility is essential to cover various shifts on demand. Applicants should have security or surveillance experience, CCTV familiarity, and a clean NZ Class 1 Driver Licence.

Qualifications

  • Experience in security or surveillance environments.
  • Familiarity with CCTV operations and mobile patrolling preferred.
  • Full, clean NZ Class 1 Driver Licence is required.
  • Ability to work a 24/7 roster and adapt to varied shifts.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide security cover as required to cover absences and cruise operations.
  • Assist with welcoming guests and checking IDs for cruise transfers.
  • Engage with guests in a friendly, professional manner and report issues promptly.

Skills

Security experience
CCTV operations
Mobile patrol
NZ Driver Licence Class 1
Roster flexibility

Job description

When opportunity arises, we must be ready to strike before it passes.

About the role

Our Security team works on a rotating shift basis, covering 24 / 7 and the purpose of the casual team member is to cover absences such as sick leave and annual leave etc. Our casual staff are available on a 'when and if required basis', so this role will suit an individual who has the flexibility required to work at any time, on any given day. Training will be provided as per business requirements, and you may be trained in some or all aspects of the role over your employment. As we approach cruise season here at LPC, a major part of this role will be involved in being the security for our Cruise Operations, which includes welcoming guests to and from the ships onto buses and checking I.D’s.

What sets you apart

You’ll bring previous security or surveillance experience, with CCTV and mobile patrol experience highly regarded. You’ll be a strong communicator who works well in a team, uses initiative and can prioritise effectively in a busy environment.

  • Full, clean Class 1 NZ Driver Licence
  • Able to work a 24/7 roster across varied shifts
  • Strong relationship-building skills and a good sense of humour

LPC is a proud member of Diversity Works and the Pride Pledge, reinforcing our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

About LPC

Lyttelton Port Company (LPC) is the South Island's largest international trade gateway, focused onfacilitatingthe growth of trade for Christchurch, Canterbury, and the wider South Island. Our services are critical to the success of a diverse range of exporters and importers and supporting thousands of jobs in the region.Sustainability and the safety of our people are at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join LPC.

Pre-employment Requirements

LPC require all successful candidates to pass a Pre-employment assessment which includes a Health Assessment, a Drug and Alcohol Test, Pre-Employment Ministry of Justice Check, a TOROcheckand a Pre-employment ACC Check.

Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand is a requirement

Applications close: Wednesday 14th October, 5pm

For further information, please email recruitment@lpc.co.nz

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