Straight from employers' career sites

Security jobs in New Zealand.

80 open roles, 26 posted this week, most paying $73k to $112k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Security2 days ago

    Manager - National Security and Emergency Management

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $174.3k-$235.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading team · Delivering outcomes · Engaging stakeholders

    Proven track record in national security system management, people leadership, stakeholder management, and operational delivery; must be able to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET clearance with 10 years continuous NZ residence.

  • Security2 days ago

    Senior Customs Officer Grade 1 (SCO G1) - Drugs (Investigations) - Wellington

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $68.6k-$87.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Investigating drug offenses · Executing search warrants · Preparing prosecution files

    Must pass medical test and NZ Police Physical Competency Test; obtain Confidential national security clearance; verifiable background; ability to work unpredictable hours, travel at short notice, and handle sensitive information.

  • Security2 days ago

    Senior Customs Officer - Grade 1 - National Security Operations Team

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland+2 more
    $68.6k-$87.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing intelligence · Assessing risks · Supporting operations

    Must obtain and maintain Top Secret Special security clearance; New Zealand citizen or permanent resident with 15 years continuous residence; clear police record; pass medical and drug test; full NZ driver's license.

    Generous leave
  • Security2 days ago

    Senior Customs Officer Grade 2 (SCO2) - Investigator - Drugs - Wellington

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Wellington
    $83.9k-$107.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading investigations · Coaching investigators · Preparing prosecution files

    Previous investigative and enforcement background, leadership and coaching experience, knowledge of relevant legislation, ability to pass medical and physical competency tests, and obtain Confidential national security clearance.

  • Security2 days ago

    Senior Customs Officer - Grade 1 - National Security Operations Team

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland+2 more
    $68.6k-$87.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Providing intelligence · Assessing risks · Supporting operations

    Must obtain and maintain Top Secret Special security clearance; NZ citizen or permanent resident with 15 years continuous residence; clear police record; pass medical and drug test; full NZ driver's license; strong attention to detail and problem-solving.

    Generous leave
  • Security2 days ago

    Facilities and Security Team Member

    The Warehouse Group · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeMid level

    Issuing permits · Monitoring security · Performing inspections

    3+ yrs3-5 years facilities experience, proven permit issuing, understanding of working at heights, building WOF familiarity, contractor monitoring, basic computer literacy, MHE licence desirable.

  • Security2 days ago

    NZSIS Operations Officer

    New Zealand Security Intelligence Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland
    $73.7k-$92.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Planning operations · Coordinating information · Analyzing intelligence

    Must be a New Zealand citizen for 10 years or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa with 10 years citizenship in UK, USA, Canada, or Australia; eligible for Top Secret Special security clearance with 15-year checkable background.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Security2 days ago

    Senior Intelligence Analyst (6096339)

    New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees

    The lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety in New Zealand.

    Auckland
    $102.8k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Analyzing intelligence data · Identifying crime trends · Coaching team members

    Experienced intelligence analyst with strong critical thinking, analytical, written and verbal communication skills; must reside in Auckland or relocate; full driver's license; ability to obtain Top Secret national security clearance; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Security3 days ago

    Loss Prevention (Security) Officer - The Warehouse, Warkworth (Part-time)

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Warkworth, Auckland
    Part timeEntry level

    Monitoring security cameras · Maintaining shop-floor presence · Uploading crime reports

    Generous leave
  • Security2 days ago

    Loss Prevention (Security) Officer - The Warehouse, Warkworth (Part-time)

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Warkworth, Auckland
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Monitoring security cameras · Maintaining presence · Interacting with customers

    Experience in customer-facing roles beneficial but not required; good communication, positive attitude, willingness to learn, comfortable standing for extended periods; conflict resolution and de-escalation beneficial.

    Generous leave
  • Security4 days ago

    Intelligence Analyst: International Ops (6103368)

    New Zealand Police · 5001+ employees

    The lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety in New Zealand.

    Wellington
    $87.3k-$92.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Analyzing intelligence · Preparing intelligence products · Providing briefings

    New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency; NZ Diploma in Intelligence Analysis or ability to complete; full driver's license; ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance; right to work in New Zealand.

  • Security4 days ago

    Communication Centre Operator

    FIRST Security · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand security market leader delivering trusted protection services through skilled people and advanced systems.

    Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
    $33.34 an hourOnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Monitoring CCTV feeds · Dispatching patrols · Managing access credentials

    Strong communication and computer literacy; ability to multitask and work 24/7 rotating roster; ability to obtain COA; NZ residency or valid open work visa; control room or call centre experience desirable.

  • Security4 days ago

    Security Consultant

    Watercare Services Limited

    Auckland
    Full time

    Reviewing site security · Managing access cards and keys · Investigating security issues

    Experience and knowledge of buildings and facilities across multiple sites; experience with access control and CCTV systems; able to work additional hours and on call; full NZ driver’s licence

    Parental leave
  • Security4 days ago

    Team Member - Network Support (South and East Auckland)

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Part time

    Supervising pool areas · Responding to emergencies · Assisting customers

    Current driver's licence; reliable transport; pass swim assessment if entering lifeguard training; pre-employment drug and alcohol test; satisfactory police check

  • Security4 days ago

    Advisor Security

    Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Paraparaumu, Wellington
    Full timeEntry level

    Advising on protective security · Implementing physical security requirements · Supporting security incidents

    Experience with New Zealand Government PSR; personnel security and vetting; physical security and risk management; security incident support; full clean New Zealand driver’s licence; valid right to work in New Zealand; eligibility for SECRET clearance

  • Security6 days ago

    Lifeguard – Part Time (Permanent & Fixed Term Opportunities) Internal Only

    Bay Venues · 201-1000 employees

    A leisure and events company operating aquatic facilities and venues.

    Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty
    OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

    Supervising pool users · Responding to emergencies · Providing customer service

    Current Pool Lifeguard Skills Award, First Aid Certificate, ability to swim 200m in under 6 minutes, perform water rescues, and supervise customers; full training provided for those without experience.

  • Security5 days ago

    Quarantine Officer

    Ministry for Primary Industries · 1001-5000 employees

    A government ministry partnering with New Zealand's food and fibre sector to be the world's most trusted provider of high-value food and fibre products.

    Auckland
    $70.1k a yearOnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Inspecting cargo · Checking passengers · Enforcing biosecurity

    Full NZ driver license, NZ citizenship or permanent residency, pass Ishihara colour vision test, physically fit, strong communication and computer literacy, interest in agriculture or related fields, and ability to obtain CONFIDENTIAL national security clearance.

  • Security5 days ago

    Loss Prevention (Security) Officer - The Warehouse, Takanini (Casual)

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Auckland
    TemporaryEntry level

    Monitoring security cameras · Maintaining shop-floor presence · Uploading crime reports

    Generous leave
  • Security5 days ago

    Senior Protective Security Risk Advisor

    NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

    Auckland
    Full time

    Conducting security risk assessments · Advising on security controls · Leading compliance reporting

    Strong background in protective security risk assessments; familiarity operating with the NZ PSR framework; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Security5 days ago

    Court Security Officer

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Northland
    Full time

    Building relationships · Conducting security screening · Patrolling public areas

    Experience with de-escalation techniques; physical ability to pass full-contact Officer safety training; full clean New Zealand driver’s licence; clean criminal record including Police Vetting; knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Tikanga Māori

    Generous leave
  • Security6 days ago

    Court Security Officer

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Northland
    Full time

    Building relationships · Conducting security screening · Patrolling court areas

    Full clean New Zealand driver's licence; clean criminal record including Police Vetting; physical ability to pass full-contact Officer safety training qualification requirements; knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Tikanga Māori

    Generous leave
  • Security6 days ago

    Senior Customs Officer - Grade 1 - National Security Operations

    New Zealand Customs Service · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Guiding intelligence collection · Producing intelligence products · Assessing emerging threats

    New Zealand citizen or permanent resident meeting the 15-year residency criteria; ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Special security clearance; clear police record; full NZ driver’s licence; pass medical assessment and drug test

    Generous leave
  • Security6 days ago

    Village Assistant - Part-time (Fixed-term)

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Responding to medical emergencies · Maintaining facility cleanliness · Monitoring village security

    Full driver's licence

    Generous leave
  • Security6 days ago

    Loss Prevention Officer (Security) - The Warehouse, Hastings (Part-time)

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

    New Zealand's largest general merchandise retailer across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.

    Hastings, Hawke's Bay
    Part timeEntry level

    Monitoring security cameras · Maintaining shop-floor presence · Uploading crime reports

    Generous leave
  • Security9 days ago

    Compliance Warden

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Monitoring community issues · Visiting sites and engaging · Providing guidance on requirements

    1+ yr1–2 years’ compliance, security or related experience; experience with legislation, policies, procedures or regulatory requirements; experience assessing situations and identifying risks; NCEA Level 3; proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook; current full clean New Zealand driver licence

  • Security9 days ago

    Proactive Animal Management Officer

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Reducing dog-related harm · Engaging with communities · Delivering proactive compliance work

    Experience in public-facing, compliance, enforcement, or community engagement roles; current full clean New Zealand driver’s licence

  • Security9 days ago

    Manager, Aviation Security (Upper North)

    Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand

    Auckland
    Full timeManages people

    Leading aviation security operations · Overseeing airport performance · Developing operational leaders

    Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance; full, clean New Zealand Driver Licence; significant experience leading large operational teams through leaders; experience delivering operational performance, leading organisational change, and managing operational budgets

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Security9 days ago

    Lifeguard

    Auckland Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A local government council providing planning and resource consent services for the Auckland region.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Actively supervising pool spaces · Processing memberships and bookings · Supporting recreation programmes

    Pass pre-training swim assessment (200m in under 6 minutes, 50m breaststroke, 25m sidestroke, retrieve objects from a 5m pool, 5-minute tread water); full driver’s licence; access to a vehicle

    Study support

About security jobs in New Zealand

There are 80 roles open for security jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 26 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 61 full time, 17 part time and 1 hybrid or remote.

Where the ad shows a salary, most pay $73k to $112k a year.

Most are in Auckland (34), Wellington (11) and Canterbury (7).

1 ad says the employer will support a visa.

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How many security jobs in New Zealand are there right now?

There are 80 roles open for security jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 26 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

How much do security jobs in New Zealand pay?

Where the ad shows a salary, most security jobs in New Zealand pay $73k to $112k a year. Not every ad shows one, so check each job, and use the Salary filter to see only the ones that do.

Where are most security jobs in New Zealand?

Right now, most are in Auckland (34), Wellington (11) and Canterbury (7). Open a region to see its security jobs.

How do I write a CV for security jobs in New Zealand?

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