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redbadgegroup·5 months ago

Fixed Term High Level Security Guard - Auckland Central

Auckland, New ZealandContractEntry · 1+ yearsH1B likely

About this role

Red Badge Group is seeking experienced, highly professional Security Guards to join us on a construction site in Central Auckland. This is a frontline, site‑based role supporting active construction environments where strong situational awareness, judgement, and communication are essential.

You will play a key role in protecting people, assets, and sensitive site operations while maintaining a calm, approachable, and professional presence at all times.

We are looking for staff to work in 1 year fixed‑term, full-time roles (32 hours per week), operating on 8-hour shifts, across morning, afternoon, or nights.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a visible, professional security presence, deterring unauthorised access and ensuring site integrity.

  • Manage site access using signin/out procedures, permits, and visitor management systems.

  • Conduct regular foot patrols of perimeters, compounds, welfare areas, and storage zones.

  • Monitor and respond to CCTV, alarms, gates, and access systems, escalating issues in line with strict site protocols.

  • Respond to incidents calmly, discreetly, and professionally, liaising with site management, contractors, and emergency services when required.

  • Complete accurate incident reports, daily logs, and handover notes, following company and client standards.

  • Enforce site rules and health & safety requirements, including correct PPE use.

  • Support operational tasks such as locking/unlocking sites, key control, and shift handovers as directed.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Current Green Certificate of Approval (COA) (mandatory).

  • Minimum 1 year security experience in static, retail, construction or similar security.

  • High level of situational awareness, sound judgement, and attention to detail.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including professional stakeholder engagement and clear reporting.

  • Proven ability to handle sensitive information appropriately and follow strict processes and protocols.

  • High level of customer service, ability to calmly de-escalate situations as needed.

  • Strong understanding of health & safety practices and site safety plans.

  • Physically fit and comfortable with extended foot patrols.

  • Clean criminal conviction record and eligibility to work in New Zealand (18+).

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay paid weekly.

  • Guaranteed hours with consistent shifts.

  • Structured on‑the‑job training and access to development opportunities within Red Badge Group.

  • Supportive team environment and clear career pathways across site and client specialist roles.

  • Employee benefits including discounts, recognition events, and access to wellbeing support.

Ideal Traits

  • Calm, observant, and confident under pressure.

  • Professional, reliable, and punctual with a strong sense of accountability.

  • Discreet, trustworthy, and able to operate to strict procedural standards.

  • Proactive team player who builds respectful working relationships with site teams.

How to Apply

If you have the experience, professionalism, and judgement required to operate in a highly controlled construction environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted as we progress to interview.

Red Badge Group is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.