Straight from employers' career sites

Security jobs in New Zealand.

80 open roles, 25 posted this week, most paying $73k to $112k a year. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Security9 days ago

    Retail Security & CCTV Operator - West Auckland

    Red Badge Group · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned security services provider offering guarding, patrols, drone surveillance, and training.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Monitoring CCTV systems · Responding to incidents · Completing incident reports

    Current Certificate of Approval (COA) or ability to obtain; strong attention to detail; clear written and verbal communication; ability to work set roster including overnight shifts; flexibility for additional shifts.

  • Security10 days ago

    Senior Investigator (Special Programmes)

    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.

    Wellington
    $110.1k-$115.4k a yearOnsiteFull timeSenior

    Conducting covert operations · Cultivating informants · Managing investigations

    Extensive experience cultivating and operating CHIS, investigator experience, current full NZ driver's licence, higher-level security clearance eligibility, right to work in NZ, travel up to six days per month.

    Generous leave
  • Security11 days ago

    Principal Ranger (Onep&#363 and Nga Awa) | T&#363tei M&#257t&#257mua

    Department of Conservation · 5001+ employees

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

    Kaitaia, Northland
    $93.7k-$118.5k a yearOnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading conservation delivery · Managing staff · Building partnerships

    Experienced people leader with strong financial, planning, and resource management skills; experience leading operational delivery in complex environments; excellent communication and collaboration; full NZ driver's license; valid NZ work visa required.

  • Security11 days ago

    Senior Lifeguard

    Gore District Council · 51-200 employees

    A local government council providing community services and facilities.

    Gore, Southland
    OnsitePart timeMid level

    Supervising aquatic areas · Responding to emergencies · Mentoring lifeguards

    Experience in customer service or related environment; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to remain calm in emergencies; commitment to health and safety; right to live and work in New Zealand; pre-employment medical and drug test required.

  • Security12 days ago

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

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

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

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Part timeEntry level

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

    Generous leave
  • Security12 days ago

    Principal Protective Security Risk Advisor – PHYSEC/PERSEC

    New Zealand Transport Agency · 1001-5000 employees

    A government agency focused on transport system development and portfolio management.

    Wellington+3 more
    OnsiteFull timeSenior

    Leading security risk assessments · Providing expert advice · Strengthening security controls

    Experienced PHYSEC/PERSEC security risk assessment practitioner; ability to lead security risk assessments, use threat and risk assessment methodology, understand National Threat Assessment framework, and articulate findings; legal right to work in New Zealand.

    Generous leave
  • Security12 days ago

    Security Officer | Security Guard

    Millennium Services Group Limited

    Invercargill, Southland
    Full time

    Conducting patrols · Responding to incidents · Assessing risks

    Security Licence; Certificate of Approval (COA); current First Aid and CPR certification; previous security experience; full New Zealand working rights

  • Security12 days ago
    Hamilton, Waikato
    Full time

    Leading security risk assessments · Advising on security controls · Presenting risk recommendations

    PHYSEC/PERSEC security risk assessment experience; familiarity with threat and risk assessment methodologies and tools; understanding of the National Threat Assessment framework; legal right to live and work in New Zealand

    Generous leave
  • Security12 days ago

    Retail Security - West Auckland

    Red Badge Group · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned security services provider offering guarding, patrols, drone surveillance, and training.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeNo experience needed

    Maintaining security presence · Monitoring access points · Writing incident reports

    Eligible to work in New Zealand, at least 18 years old, hold or obtain NZ COA security licence, strong customer service and communication skills, ability to write incident reports, and flexibility for set roster including late night Thursdays.

  • Security12 days ago

    Senior Advisor Operational Security

    Department of Conservation (DOC)

    Wellington
    Full time

    Providing operational security advice · Leading security risk assessments · Coordinating incident response

    Significant experience in security, law enforcement, intelligence or risk management; knowledge of government Protective Security Requirements; ability to obtain and maintain Secret-level security clearance; full NZ driver licence; valid NZ work visa for the employment duration

  • Security12 days ago

    Animal Control Officer

    Napier City Council

    Napier, Hawke's Bay
    Full time

    Promoting responsible dog ownership · Caring for shelter dogs · Responding to animal incidents

    National Certificate in Compliance and Regulatory Control (Animal Control) Level 4 or equivalent education or on-the-job experience; confident and capable in safely handling dogs; understanding of animal behaviour and safe practices

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Security12 days ago

    Senior Firefighter

    New Zealand Defence Force · 5001+ employees

    A government agency responsible for New Zealand's defence and military capabilities.

    Ohakea, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $64.5k-$75.0k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Responding to emergencies · Leading team members · Conducting training exercises

    Considerable firefighting experience, FENZ Senior Firefighter or equivalent training, Emergency Response Driver qualification, full class 2 driver's licence held for 6+ months, NZ citizenship or permanent residence with 5-year background history for security clearance.

    Retirement savings
  • Security13 days ago

    Senior Advisor Operational Security

    Department of Conservation · 1001-5000 employees

    A government department protecting and restoring nature across New Zealand.

    Auckland+1 more
    $93.7k-$126.5k a yearHybridFull timeSenior

    Providing security advice · Managing security risks · Supporting incident response

    Significant experience in security, law enforcement, intelligence or risk management; understanding of operational/physical/protective security; knowledge of PSR; ability to obtain Secret clearance; full NZ driver's licence; valid NZ work visa.

  • Security14 days ago

    Airport Emergency Services Manager

    Auckland Airport · 201-1000 employees

    A gateway to Aotearoa, welcoming travellers and connecting businesses, with a focus on safe and reliable airport operations.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Leading emergency response · Ensuring regulatory compliance · Managing operational readiness

    10+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification or equivalent; Senior Rescue Fire Officer or equivalent ARFF qualification; 10+ years operational emergency response experience; proven leadership in 24/7 environment; knowledge of ARFF, Civil Aviation Rule Part 139, CIMS; financial and project management capability.

  • Security13 days ago

    Airport Emergency Services Manager

    Auckland Airport · 201-1000 employees

    A gateway to Aotearoa, welcoming travellers and connecting businesses, with a focus on safe and reliable airport operations.

    Auckland
    Full timeSeniorManages people

    Leading emergency response teams · Overseeing emergency planning · Maintaining operational readiness

    10+ yrsRelevant tertiary qualification or equivalent operational qualifications and experience; Senior Rescue Fire Officer or equivalent recognised ARFF qualification; minimum 10 years' emergency response experience; emergency-team leadership; ARFF, Part 139, CIMS and regulatory knowledge

  • Security15 days ago

    Security Investigator

    U.S. Department of State · 5001+ employees

    A U.S. government department managing diplomatic missions and security operations.

    Auckland
    $86.0k-$116.1k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Conducting background investigations · Liaising with police · Supporting security operations

    3+ yrsMinimum 2 years university studies; 3+ years in law enforcement, military, private security, or investigation; fluent English (Level 4); ability to obtain security certificate and pass background investigation; work authorization in New Zealand.

    Generous leaveRetirement savings
  • Security16 days ago

    Senior Aquatics Lifeguard

    Selwyn District Council

    Rolleston, Canterbury
    Internship

    Supervising lifeguards on shift · Testing pool water quality · Assisting with staff rostering

    Some day-to-day supervisory or leadership experience; experience delivering customer service; ability to pass the specified swim test; satisfactory safety check; pre-employment and ongoing random drug and alcohol testing

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Security16 days ago

    Taitua Lead Ranger

    Hamilton City Council · 1001-5000 employees

    A city council serving Hamilton, New Zealand, delivering services and projects to improve community wellbeing.

    Hamilton, Waikato
    $31.85 an hourOnsiteFull timeMid levelManages people

    Planning maintenance work · Managing planting programme · Leading team members

    Arborist qualification (Level 4) or equivalent experience; proven arboriculture, horticulture, grounds maintenance, animal husbandry; full NZ driver's licence; machinery operation (tractors, mowers, RTVs, chainsaws); team leadership; physical fitness.

    Generous leave
  • Security17 days ago

    Loss Prevention (Security) Officer - The Warehouse, Dargaville

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

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

    Dargaville, Northland
    Full timeEntry level

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

    Generous leave
  • Security17 days ago

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

    The Warehouse · 5001+ employees

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

    Auckland
    Part timeEntry level

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

    Generous leave
  • Security18 days ago

    Deputy Facilities Security Officer

    Babcock · 5001+ employees

    An international defence company providing critical services and assets.

    Auckland
    $105k a yearOnsiteFull timeMid level

    Managing security operations · Coordinating clearances · Conducting investigations

    Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in security, risk, defence; NZDF Facility Security Officer training or ability to obtain; eligible for NZ Defence Security Clearance; legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

    Parental leaveGenerous leave
  • Security19 days ago

    Senior Firefighter - Fire & Rescue Services

    Serco Plc · 5001+ employees

    A global services company providing health services at correctional facilities.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeSeniorManages people

    Responding to emergencies · Leading crews · Maintaining readiness

    Aviation firefighting experience, proven leadership, relevant firefighting qualifications, incident command expertise, current Heavy Rigid driver's licence, Australian or New Zealand citizenship and valid passport.

    Visa sponsorshipRelocation supportGenerous leave
  • Security18 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

    Monitoring pool areas · Responding to emergencies · Providing customer service

    Pass required pool lifeguard swim test; current Pool Lifeguard Practising Certificate (PLPC) or willingness to obtain; current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain; attend full two-week training programme; satisfactory police check and pre-employment drug and alcohol test

  • Security18 days ago

    Investigator

    Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government ministry that creates a resilient and high-performing economy, including managing immigration.

    Wellington
    Full time

    Conducting criminal investigations · Preparing prosecution files · Presenting evidence in court

    New Zealand citizen or permanent resident; proven criminal investigation experience, including planning and leading complex investigations; experience managing prosecution files; court presentation skills; experience managing witnesses and preparing exhibits; knowledge of relevant New Zealand legislation

  • Security18 days ago

    Bailiff

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    Dunedin, Otago
    Full time

    Collecting outstanding debts · Serving court documents · Enforcing court warrants

    Full Class-1 driver's licence; good level of physical fitness

    Generous leave
  • Security18 days ago

    Patrol Officer - Christchurch

    Red Badge Group · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned security services provider offering guarding, patrols, drone surveillance, and training.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Conducting mobile patrols · Responding to alarms · Completing site checks

    Current, clean full NZ driver’s licence; eligible to work in New Zealand; at least 18 years old; hold or be able to obtain a current NZ COA; physically fit for patrols and site checks.

  • Security18 days ago

    Day Patrol Officer - Christchurch

    Red Badge Group · 201-1000 employees

    A Kiwi-owned security services provider offering guarding, patrols, drone surveillance, and training.

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Full time

    Conducting patrols · Responding to alarms · Completing site checks

    Full NZ driver’s licence; eligible to work in New Zealand; at least 18 years old; hold or be able to obtain a current NZ COA security licence

  • Security19 days ago

    Security & Risk Consultant

    Beca · 1001-5000 employees

    An employee-owned consulting firm that develops and delivers solutions for clients, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and digital technologies.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Delivering security assessments · Advising on infrastructure projects · Supporting security design reviews

    Eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearances and licensing requirements

  • Security19 days ago

    Bailiff

    Ministry of Justice - New Zealand

    New Plymouth, Taranaki
    Full time

    Collecting outstanding fines · Serving court documents · Seizing assets

    Full Class-1 drivers licence

    Generous leave
  • Security20 days ago

    Corrections Officer

    Serco · 5001+ employees

    A global services company providing health services at correctional facilities.

    Auckland
    Full time

    Receiving and searching prisoners · Supervising rehabilitation programmes · Maintaining incident records

    Full Class 1 Driver Licence; New Zealand or Australian citizenship, permanent or resident status, or a full visa with at least 3 years; ability to work a 24/7 schedule; excellent command of English; experience or willingness to undertake NZQA Offender Management Level 3 training

About security jobs in New Zealand

There are 80 roles open for security jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 25 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, 25 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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Security jobs in New Zealand: 80 open roles | SmartCVs