National Security Tech Operator - Hands-on Embedded & RF

New Zealand Government; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

KiwiSaver contributions

Generous leave benefits

Career growth pathways

Professional development

Job summary

New Zealand Government is seeking a Technical Operative in Auckland City. This full‑time, on‑site role focuses on designing, building, testing and deploying bespoke electronic, mechanical, RF or control‑system solutions to support intelligence gathering and analysis.

You will work closely with teams, learn on the job, and contribute to continuous improvement while preparing for a Top Secret security clearance. The position requires flexibility for unsociable hours and travel on short notice.

Qualifications

• Required: strong teamwork and communication; ability to operate independently when needed.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IT, networking, electronics, and/or RF technologies.
• Willingness to obtain and retain Top Secret security clearance.
• Hands-on learning and rapid adaptation to new tech.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and troubleshoot bespoke electronic, mechanical, RF or control‑system solutions.
• Deploy technical equipment enabling intelligence collection and analysis.
• Make rapid, sound decisions under pressure with incomplete information.
• Share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement across the organisation.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

IT & Networking

Electronics

RF technologies

Problem solving

Learning ability

Education

Trade qualification

Tertiary qualification in Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering/CS

Tools

Embedded systems design

Automation hardware

Industrial controls

Job description

New Zealand Government is seeking a Technical Operative in Auckland City. This full‑time, on‑site role focuses on designing, building, testing and deploying bespoke electronic, mechanical, RF or control‑system solutions to support intelligence gathering and analysis.

You will work closely with teams, learn on the job, and contribute to continuous improvement while preparing for a Top Secret security clearance. The position requires flexibility for unsociable hours and travel on short notice.