Section Leader

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life cover

Critical illness protection

Free will services

Savings schemes for Defence community

Mortgage guidance services

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking an experienced Section Leader in Wellington to oversee high-quality security and protective services during rostered shifts. You will lead guards on shift, ensure SOP compliance, and manage incident reporting, handovers, and on-call staffing.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in security, strong leadership and stakeholder relationship skills, and a good fitness level for standing and outdoor work in all weather. NZ Driver Licence and First Aid are required.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a security environment.
• Proven leadership skills for frontline teams.
• Solid understanding of security systems and technology.
• Ability to write clear incident reports and follow SOPs.
• Hold a Class 1 NZ Driver Licence and a current First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and support security teams.
• Train and guide guards on shift and ensure SOP compliance.
• Maintain logs, records and databases up to date.
• Lead handovers to maintain 24/7 security.
• Respond to incidents and health and safety matters.
• Activate on-call protocols to ensure staffing.
• Monitor building environment and visitor activity.

Skills

5-7 years experience

Leadership skills

Security systems knowledge

Communication skills

Incident reporting

First Aid certificate

NZ Driver Licence

Education

National Certificate in Security

Tools

Security systems

Job description

About the role

About the role

The Section Leader oversees the provision of high quality and effective security and protective services during rostered shifts.

• Providing day-to-day operational oversight and support of teams' tasks and duties, including support and training with the operation of the technical security equipment.
• Ensuring records, logbooks and databases are up to date.
• Providing guidance and frontline leadership to guards on shift.
• Ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Leading shift handover protocols to provide a secure environment for staff, visitors and others 24/7.
• Providing support and respond to incidents and health and safety matters.
• Activating on-call/call-back protocols to ensure adequate staffing levels during the shift as required.
• Maintaining an awareness of the building environment and the people working in and/or visiting the building/site.

The salary range for this role is approximately $87,058 to $96,582. Please note that the salary offering is inclusive of 4% KiwiSaver contribution and salary loading (roster) allowance payment. This role also operates on a four days on, four days off roster of day and night shifts. Full time work hours are guaranteed.

Skills and Experience

Ready to take the next step in your security career? We're looking for someone with 5-7 years of experience in a security environment and proven leadership skills. If you're an experienced security guard eager to grow into this leadership role, then this could be a great opportunity!

Your ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, stay calm under pressure and uphold security standards will set you up for success. A good level of fitness is required, as the role involves standing for extended periods and working in all weather conditions. Don't worry—we'll provide sunscreen and wet-weather gear to keep you covered.

What we’re looking for

• Initiative and sound judgment.
• A solid understanding of security systems and technology.
• Excellent communication skills across diverse groups.
• Ability to write clear, concise incident reports and apply standard operating procedures.
• A Class 1 NZ Driver Licence.
• A current First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain one.

Highly Desirable

• Previous shift leadership experience.
• Knowledge of NZDF and Protective Security Requirements (PSR).
• Strong understanding of operational and protection functions, preferably in the New Zealand Public/State Sector context.
• A National Certificate in Security.

What's in it for you

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning - safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.

• Fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.
• Discounted additional insurances.
• Free will services.
• Savings schemes for the Defence community.
• Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services.

Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

Eligibility

Please Note:To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:Higher Level Security ClearanceYou must be a New Zealand citizen or you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.At minimum, you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence or have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last ten (10) years.You must have a ten (10) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted. We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.