Aviation Security Officers, Full Time

The Civil Aviation Authority and the Aviation Security Service offer distinctively different career opportunities and embrace diverse talent. All jobs at the Authority contribute to ensuring safe and secure skies to help New Zealand fly. The Civil Aviation Authority is the regulatory arm of our organisation and the Aviation Security Service is the nationwide provider for aviation security. Aviation Security Officers – Wellington Airport, Permanent Full‑Time Roles | $72,187 per annum. As the industry evolves, we are building a forward‑thinking, modern CAA and we need people who want their work to matter. If you are ready to grow your career while helping keep one of New Zealand's most vital sectors safe and secure, this is your opportunity. What You Will Do Screen passengers and baggage using specialist equipment. Carry out mobile, foot, and static patrols around the airport. Monitor access to secure areas and check ID cards. Prevent and respond to potential breaches of aviation security. What We Offer A competitive salary with regular reviews – your contribution is recognised and rewarded. Career development pathways and progression opportunities. Wellbeing support including health checks and medical insurance discounts. Generous leave provisions so you can balance work and life. Up to 4% KiwiSaver matched. A full uniform provided, so you are ready for action every day. Training and Development You will receive comprehensive, fully paid training combining classroom learning with hands‑on experience. By the end, you will hold a nationally recognised NZQA Level 4 qualification, setting you up for a rewarding career in aviation security. If successful, you must be available for the full training period from 05 October 2026 to 06 December 2026. Note: No Christmas leave will be accommodated for this role as it is our peak busy time. About You We are looking for team players who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life. You will be confident, adaptable, and able to keep calm under pressure. You will bring: Strong problem‑solving abilities. The ability to engage professionally with people and de‑escalate challenging interactions. Good situational awareness. Excellent time‑management skills, flexibility, and adaptability. To Join Our Team You Must Have NZ/Australian citizenship or NZ residency. Be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, noisy, and often distracting environment that requires you to maintain focus and concentration. Be comfortable with change and prepared to work according to a roster with 30‑minute duty rotations, where some or all duties can switch at short notice during your shift. Be flexible to work a rostered shift pattern of 6 days on, 3 days off (including days, nights, weekends and public holidays). Be medically fit and willing to undergo a medical assessment. Be available for an in‑person assessment centre and interview in late‑July if selected to progress to that stage. Because safety is at the heart of everything we do, all applicants will be asked to complete pre‑employment questions. Please note on your application form anything that may impact your ability to do the role. To check out all our benefits and entry requirements, read the Aviation security careers page on aviation.govt.nz. Ready to apply? Submit your application with an updated CV online by Thursday 16 July 2026. For more information, please refer to the position description or visit our careers page. If you have any questions about this role, please contact us at [email protected]. All applications must be made via our online application portal. We cannot accept email applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr