Port Protection Officer - Maritime Security & Safety

QJumpers Recruitment Services; Otago; On-site; NZD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Career development

Great team

Job summary

Port Otago is seeking a Port Protection Officer on a 12‑month fixed term basis to safeguard the port, coordinate marine activities and assist visitors. The role blends security, maritime operations and customer service, with a 4 days/4 off/4 nights/4 off rolling shift pattern and 12‑hour shifts, averaging about 42 hours per week.

The successful candidate will obtain essential Port Facilities Security Officer qualifications and a VHF Radio Operators Certificate, along with medical and checks as

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety.
• Excellent communication and problem solving; collaborative.
• Proven customer service experience and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with shift work patterns.
• Background in security or maritime industry is advantageous.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enforce Port security measures and respond to incidents.
• Conduct regular safety and security inspections of Port facilities.
• Provide ship-to-shore shuttle escort for visiting crew.
• Support Marine operations with harbour traffic control and vessel scheduling.
• Liaise with shipping agents, vessel managers and regulatory bodies.
• Operate CCTV, AIS and radar systems to monitor activity.
• Assist in emergency drills and incident investigations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to Port visitors.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication

Customer service

Shift work

Maritime security exp

Work ethic

Software proficiency

Administrative skills

Tools

CCTV

AIS

Radar

Radio systems

Job description

Port Otago is seeking a Port Protection Officer on a 12‑month fixed term basis to safeguard the port, coordinate marine activities and assist visitors. The role blends security, maritime operations and customer service, with a 4 days/4 off/4 nights/4 off rolling shift pattern and 12‑hour shifts, averaging about 42 hours per week.

The successful candidate will obtain essential Port Facilities Security Officer qualifications and a VHF Radio Operators Certificate, along with medical and checks as