Senior Manager, Aviation Security – Upper North

Aviation; Māngere-Ōtāhuhu; On-site; NZD 137,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Sick leave from day one

10 days domestic leave annually

KiwiSaver up to 4%

Vision assistance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) seeks a Manager, Aviation Security (Upper North) to provide strategic and operational leadership for aviation security at Auckland Airport. You will report to the Regional Head and ensure world-class services while supporting a high-quality passenger experience.

You’ll lead a team of operational leaders, oversee performance, resource planning, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment, shaping national aviation security outcomes.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading large operational teams.
• Proven track record delivering operational performance and continuous improvement.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead aviation security operations at Auckland Airport ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Drive operational performance and service excellence across Auckland Airport operations.
• Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and workforce planning.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Job description

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) seeks a Manager, Aviation Security (Upper North) to provide strategic and operational leadership for aviation security at Auckland Airport. You will report to the Regional Head and ensure world-class services while supporting a high-quality passenger experience.

You’ll lead a team of operational leaders, oversee performance, resource planning, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment, shaping national aviation security outcomes.