Project Manager - Security Guard Force

ContinuityGS; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ContinuityGS seeks a Guard Force Project Manager - Security Operations in Wellington, NZ. You will oversee the local guard force, liaise with COR on performance, and implement countermeasures against threats to US missions.

You will ensure data accuracy in the myLGP system, conduct quarterly visits, and uphold contract requirements with readiness for 24/7 responses. Requires 5+ years in security leadership, NZ experience, and strong English; advanced MS Office skills and robust risk assessment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory or command-level experience in police, military, security, or guard force management.
• Strong English communication skills and local language proficiency at S4/R4 level.
• Advanced computer skills and familiarity with data systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight and proactive program management of the local guard force.
• Liaise with COR on contract performance and security posture.
• Analyze threats and implement countermeasures as needed.
• Maintain data in the myLGP system and conduct quarterly site visits.
• Ensure contract compliance and quality standards, with 24/7 availability and rapid response.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Security management

Team leadership

English proficiency

New Zealand experience

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

National Diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Guard Force Project Manager - Security Operations
Location: U.S. Embassy - Wellington, New Zealand
Satellite Support Location: U.S. Consulate General - Auckland, New Zealand
Compensation: 90,000 - 100,000 NZD

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight and proactive program management of the local guard force.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on contract performance and security posture.
• Analyze regional and local security threats and implement effective countermeasures.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in the myLGP system.
• Conduct quarterly visits to all covered U.S. Mission locations.
• Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, quality control standards, and contingency plans.
• Be available 24/7 and respond in-person within one hour when requested by the COR or GTM.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary education, polytechnic school, National Diploma, or Associate degree.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or command-level experience in police, military, security, or local guard force management.
• At least 5 years of experience in New Zealand or surrounding region.
• Strong understanding of overseas security environments and U.S. Mission-related threats.
• Proficiency in English and local language at S4/R4 level.
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Experience with all levels of communication and team/project management.

Additional Required Skills

• Deep expertise in physical security and access control.
• Operational knowledge of guard force units and response protocols.
• Effective use of communications and radio procedures.
• Must understand operational methods of all guard force units and zones for response, and maintain a professional demeanor under highly stressful circumstances
• Strong planning, risk assessment, and resource management abilities.
• Oversight of quality control and contract compliance.
• Valid host-country driver's license.
• Firearms certification (as required by local law and contract).
• Must be authorized to work in New Zealand (no employment sponsorship or relocation support offered)
• Must reside in Wellington.
• Must be accessible at all times and dedicated full-time to this role