Court Security Manager
Ministry of Justice - New Zealand
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand · Full Time
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- Salary
- NZD 74,634 – NZD 95,591 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Candidates who can lead security operations in a court setting and meet the stated requirements may apply. External hires must be able to attend a three-week residential training course in Wellington within three months of starting. The role is based in Tauranga but may require work at other local…
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Job description
Role overview
The Ministry of Justice in New Zealand is hiring a permanent, full-time Court Security Manager for Tauranga District & High Court within National Security Operations. In this role, you will lead one of the central region’s security teams and help maintain a safe, secure environment that supports public access to justice.
The position is varied and involves daily contact with a wide range of people, stakeholders, and internal teams. You will also be supported through quality training and a strong team culture.
Key duties
- Guide, coach, and develop team members so they can reach their full potential.
- Oversee operations for teams working in a complex and high-demand security setting.
- Assess risks in live situations and respond with sound, prompt, and confident judgment.
- Build effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Work alongside agencies such as NZ Police, the Department of Corrections, and Te Oranga Tamariki.
- Help ensure court operations remain safe and professionally run.
- If recruited externally, attend a three-week residential training programme in Wellington within three months of starting.
Skills and experience
- Proven leadership ability.
- Strong focus on customer service.
- Ability to calm and defuse conflict.
- Physical capability to carry out full-contact Officer Safety techniques.
- Comfort and confidence using technology.
- A full, clean New Zealand driver licence.
Working pattern
This position is for 40 hours per week. Paid overtime may be available when additional coverage is needed. You may also be required to complete a minimum three-hour shift on Saturdays.
About the workplace
Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice is committed to improving trust in the law of Aotearoa New Zealand. The organisation values inclusion, respect, wellbeing, and a workplace where people can be themselves. It welcomes people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions.
Your base will be Tauranga District & High Court, but you may need to work at other local courts when operational requirements arise. Travel costs for such deployment are covered by the Ministry.
Benefits
- Lead, develop, and manage a diverse team.
- Work in a challenging and varied environment.
- Receive safety and security training and qualifications.
- Access leadership pathways and development courses.
- 4.4 weeks of annual leave.
- Access to an online professional development portal.
- Membership in inclusive and proactive networks.
Salary
The offered salary range is NZD 74,634 to NZD 95,591 per year, depending on experience and skills.
Application information
Applications close on 29 June 2026. CVs may be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Questions can be directed to recruitment@justice.govt.nz.