Security Specialist

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council is seeking a highly capable Security Specialist to join our Security Services team within Corporate Property. This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity, with the primary objective of implementing audit and Protective Security Requirements (PSR) review recommendations.

This role is pivotal in supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people and the wider Auckland community by enhancing the physical security of our facilities and operations. You will provide expert advice, deliver detailed reporting, and collaborate with stakeholders to uplift security systems, processes, and risk mitigation frameworks.

The successful candidate will operate in a complex, high-trust environment where professionalism, discretion, and critical thinking are paramount. There is the potential for longer-term operational employment beyond the initial term for the right individual.

He kōrero mōu: About you

You will bring strong expertise and insight into physical security practices, underpinned by exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

You are an analytical and solutions-focused professional with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across a wide stakeholder base and operate effectively within a small project delivery team.

Your background will include:

• Proven experience in physical security, enforcement, investigations, or a closely related field.
• Sound understanding of how physical security aligns with broader risk management and organisational resilience frameworks.
• Outstanding attention to detail, with the ability to produce high-quality, structured reports.
• Critical thinking and the ability to proactively anticipate and mitigate security risks.
• Demonstrated relationship management skills, with a professional and customer-centric approach.
• The ability to utilise incident analysis and trend forecasting to drive preventative security strategies.

Ideally, you will have:

• 7+ years of relevant industry experience.
• A relevant qualification in a security or risk management discipline (preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• A full and current New Zealand driver's licence.

Important to note:
This is a Physical Security role, distinct from ICT or Cyber Security domains.
It may be suitable for candidates from security industry, enforcement, military, or policing backgrounds, or for project managers or business analysts seeking a career shift into security operations.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

This is a unique opportunity to join Auckland Council’s Corporate Property team and play a critical role in enhancing organisational security and resilience.

We offer:

• A collaborative and values-driven working environment.
• Exposure to high-impact projects across a complex and diverse portfolio.
• Professional development opportunities to grow your expertise in security operations, project delivery, and risk management.
• A commitment to inclusivity, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

At Auckland Council, we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to integrating te ao Māori into our work. You will be supported to build your capability in te reo Māori and tikanga and contribute to delivering on Auckland Council’s Māori Outcomes framework, Kia ora Tāmaki Makaurau.

Tono mai: Apply Now!

Applications close: 16th May