Night Security Officer: Safe & Welcoming Environment

CGR Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite kindergarten

Subsidised parking

Café discount

Store discount

Free entry to paid exhibitions

Job summary

Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington is seeking a professional Security Officer for night shifts (7:00 PM–7:00 AM). You will protect people, buildings and collections while delivering welcoming visitor service.

This full-time role involves patrols, incident response, and following procedures with manaakitanga and whanaungatanga in mind. Applicants must have NZ COA and a clean Class 1 license; pre-employment checks apply, salary range $60,218–$62,811 per year.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a security, customer service, emergency response or similar role.
• Strong observation and situational awareness, with the ability to identify risks, assess situations and take appropriate action.
• The ability to obtain a Certificate of Approval (COA) issued by the NZ Ministry of Justice & a Full Class 1 NZ Drivers' Licence (clean).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage positively with a diverse range of staff and visitors.
• Reliability and a high level of personal integrity, with a strong commitment to health, safety, security and customer service.
• The ability to maintain composure, professionalism and attention to detail when responding to incidents or unexpected situations.
• A current first aid certificate is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and approachable security service across Te Papa's buildings, during the night shift.
• Conduct regular patrols and security checks, identifying and responding appropriately to potential risks, incidents or emergencies in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Monitor and report security issues, incidents and hazards accurately and promptly.
• Liaise with the rostered On-Call Senior Security Officer or Manager Security Services when required, and follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring security protocols are followed and health and safety requirements met.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Observation skills

Health and safety awareness

Education

Certificate of Approval (COA)

NZ Driver’s Licence Class 1

First aid certificate (desirable)

Job description

Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington is seeking a professional Security Officer for night shifts (7:00 PM–7:00 AM). You will protect people, buildings and collections while delivering welcoming visitor service.

This full-time role involves patrols, incident response, and following procedures with manaakitanga and whanaungatanga in mind. Applicants must have NZ COA and a clean Class 1 license; pre-employment checks apply, salary range $60,218–$62,811 per year.