Security Officer

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

We are seeking a Security Officer to join our Campus Security team at Waipapa Taumata Rau The University of Auckland.

You will work as part of a professional closeknit team providing a wide range of security services to staff students VIPs and visitors while protecting the Universitys assets and property. The University operates one of the largest accesscontrol and CCTV systems in the Southern Hemisphere supporting a diverse and complex campus environment.

These roles operate on a 24hour rotating fiveweek roster covering morning afternoon and night shifts. Officers are assigned to one of six City Campus sectors and are primarily footbased with Team Leaders utilising security vehicles.

We are seeking flexibility strong teamwork and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct routine building security operations including key unlocks and lockups regular foot patrols and evening beddingdown checks
• Monitor building safety health & safety compliance and ensure all means of egress are clear and accessible
• Respond promptly to alarms incidents medical emergencies and enquiries from staff students and visitors
• Enforce carparking policies including issuing warning notices as required
• Support University activities and events including examinations graduations special events and VIP visits
• Accurately report maintenance issues hazards and security incidents and participate in shift briefings and handovers

This is a permanent full-time position (40 hours per week). The salary range for this role is $60000 to $64000 negotiable within this range depending on skills and experience.

A full description of your duties and the role are provided in the position description linked HERE.

He kōrero mōu About you

You are calm observant and professional with a strong service mindset and a desire to make a positive difference. You communicate clearly work well in a team environment and are comfortable responding to a wide range of situations in a busy campus setting.

You are flexible and willing to work across a 24/7 rotating roster including nights and weekends and you bring a customerfocused approach to all interactions.

E rapua ana mātou We are seeking

Essential

• NZQA Level 2 Certificate in Security (or willingness to obtain) and Certificate of Approval (COA)
• Experience with alarm response patrol operations or CCTV systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including basic computer and incidentreporting skills
• Good physical fitness for regular patrol duties
• Willingness to work a rotating shift roster
• Ability to obtain NZ Police clearance
• Hold or be able to apply for a New Zealand Drivers Licence

Preferred

• First Aid certification
• Understanding of building health & safety requirements

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou What we offer 

Waipapa Taumata Rau The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading university. We employ more than 6000 academic and professional staff to support over 47000 students making us one of NZs largest employers.

We cultivate an environment that supports your growth and rewards excellence with a range of  staff benefits including:

• Competitive salary and five weeks of annual leave.
• Superannuation/KiwiSaver matching up to 6.75%
• Leading and inclusive parental leave options.
• Career development programmes and discounted on-site amenities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply

Please submit your application online by the closing date of Sunday 24 May 2026. Your application should include:

• A brief Cover Letter explaining why youre interested in this role and how your skills match the requirements.
• Your updated CV.

Please note that we do not accept email applications.

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Additional Information :

Equity

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time