Protective Security Specialist Wellington (Rotating Shifts)

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 74,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover up to $300,000

Discounted insurances

Free will services

Savings schemes

Mortgage guidance

Job summary

New Zealand Government, in Wellington, seeks a security guard to support NZDF staff and visitors. You will rotate through reception, patrols, and control room duties, with emergency and evacuation responsibilities on a rotating four on/four off schedule, including day and night shifts in the Wellington CBD.

The role emphasizes customer service, de-escalation, fitness, and familiarity with CCTV/control room systems, with full training provided and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Current level 2 First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to de-escalate situations and handle diverse people.
• Good fitness to stand for long periods and operate in varying weather.
• Experience with CCTV and control room monitoring is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to security and protective service for NZDF staff and visitors.
• Rotate through reception, patrols, and control room duties on shift.
• Assist with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Work a rotating four on/four off roster including day/night shifts in Wellington.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

De-escalation

Computer literacy

First Aid (Level 2)

Physical fitness

Education

First Aid Certificate Level 2

Tools

CCTV

Control room monitoring

Security databases & equipment

Job description

New Zealand Government, in Wellington, seeks a security guard to support NZDF staff and visitors. You will rotate through reception, patrols, and control room duties, with emergency and evacuation responsibilities on a rotating four on/four off schedule, including day and night shifts in the Wellington CBD.

The role emphasizes customer service, de-escalation, fitness, and familiarity with CCTV/control room systems, with full training provided and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.