Security Manager Operations | Kaiwhakahaere Haumarutanga Mahinga

Te tīma The team:

Parliamentary Service plays a vital role in supporting New Zealands democracy. We provide trusted highquality services to Members of Parliament stakeholders and the public and we care for the iconic Parliamentary Precincts where democracy is lived every day.

Mō te tūnga About the role:

Were seeking a Security Manager Operations who is first and foremost a strong people leader someone who can lead leaders set direction and build a positive highperformance security culture in a complex and dynamic environment.

This is a senior leadership role within our 24/7 Security Function and is responsible for both the strategic and daytoday delivery of operational security services across the Parliamentary Precincts and Electorate & Community Offices nationwide.

Youll work closely with the Chief Security Officer and Security Leadership team to shape security operations lead emergency responses and ensure Parliament remains open accessible welcoming and safe.

Lead and inspire people

• Lead coach and mentor operational leaders and shift supervisors building capability and engagement.
• Shape and rolemodel a strong valuesled security culture focused on professionalism respect and exceptional customer service.
• Translate organisational strategy into clear goals and expectations for your teams.

Drive operational excellence

• Coordinate and lead responses to incidents and emergencies maintaining calm control and professionalism.
• Work in partnership with government agencies and emergency services including NZ Police and NZDF.
• Ensure effective rostering leave management budgeting and operational planning.

Put people and customers first

• Foster a consistently professional welcoming and customerfocused service across the Precinct.
• Build strong relationships with Members of Parliament staff agencies and stakeholders.
• Provide trusted practical security advice aligned with best practice and legislative requirements.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou Whats in it for you

Youll be an experienced people leader who thrives in complexity and leads with clarity care and confidence. Youll bring:

• Proven experience leading large operational teams including leading other leaders.
• Strong communication influencing and relationshipbuilding skills.
• Financial and budget management experience would be beneficial.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound balanced decisions.
• A commitment to inclusion diversity and creating a supportive team environment.

At Parliamentary Service youll be part of an organisation with a unique purpose and impact. Youll work alongside committed professionals who care deeply about New Zealands democracy the safety of our people and how we show up for each other.

To be appointed to this role you must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET level National Security Clearance.

The expected starting salary for this position is from $119351 per annum. The band extends beyond this figure and appointments will be made based on skills and experience.

Ready to lead influence and make a difference at the heart of democracy

To apply click the Im Interested button to upload your CV and complete the online application form.

Please note: The Seek advert will close at 12pm due to default settings; however if you visit Careers at Parliament the advert will remain open until midnight (12am) on the specified closing date.

Applications close at midnight 30th April 2026.

All applications must be submitted online. If this is not possible or to arrange a confidential kōrero please email

Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers this date may change). You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or video.

If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

The Parliamentary Service and the Office of the Clerk appoint on merit and are committed to diversity and inclusion and good employer principles. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and value the experience that your point of difference brings.