Technical Operative at New Zealand Government

Apply for the Technical Operative position at the New Zealand Government in Auckland City. This full‑time, on‑site role offers career growth and the opportunity to work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to protect NewZealand and its people. Responsibilities Design, build, test and troubleshoot bespoke electronic, mechanical, RF or control‑system solutions. Deploy technical equipment that enables intelligence collection and analysis. Make rapid, sound decisions under pressure, often with incomplete information. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and share knowledge across the organisation. Required Attributes Excellent teamwork, collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to operate independently when required. Strong aptitude for learning technical concepts on the job. Demonstrated knowledge of IT, networking, electronics, and/or RF technologies. Creative problem‑solving ability demonstrated through work, study or hobby projects. Curiosity about emerging technologies and their impact on NewZealand. High integrity and willingness to obtain and retain a Top Secret (TSS) security clearance. Preferred Experience A trade qualification or working background in electrical, electronic, fabrication or mechanical engineering. A current Electrician practising licence issued by the NewZealand Electrical Workers Registration Board. Recent graduates with a tertiary qualification in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related discipline and relevant project work. Experience in the design, build and maintenance of bespoke computer networks, hardware platforms and software development. Hands‑on experience designing, prototyping or repairing electronic or mechanical systems. Experience with field‑deployable equipment, instrumentation or sensor platforms. Embedded systems design, including hardware selection, firmware development and integration. Industrial controls expertise, design, configuration and programming of automation hardware and software. Additional Requirements Ability to work unsociable hours and travel on short notice; a supportive home environment is essential. Successful completion of the operational training course scheduled for July2027 is mandatory for continued employment. Benefits Medical insurance and vision care packages. Enhanced employer contributions to your KiwiSaver. Generous leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave. Childcare allowance for your preschoolers. Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community. Eligibility NewZealand citizen for at least 10years, or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10years. Eligibility to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr