Project Manager - Local Guard Force

About the role

Continuity Global Solutions is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage its local guard force (LGF) programme. The role covers the U.S. Embassy in Wellington and the U.S. Consulate General in Auckland, and sits within security operations. The position is full-time, based in Wellington, and requires the holder to be available 24/7 and able to respond in person within one hour when requested.

Key responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight and proactive management of the local guard force.
• Act as the main contact with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on contract performance and security posture.
• Analyse regional and local security threats and put in place effective countermeasures.
• Maintain accurate data in the myLGP system.
• Carry out quarterly visits to all covered U.S. Mission locations.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, quality control standards and contingency plans.

Required profile

• Secondary education, polytechnic school, National Diploma or Associate degree.
• At least 5 years of supervisory or command-level experience in police, military, security or local guard force management.
• At least 5 years of experience in New Zealand or the surrounding region.
• Strong understanding of overseas security environments and U.S. Mission-related threats.
• Proficiency in English and the local language at S4/R4 level.
• Valid host-country driver's licence and firearms certification where required by local law and contract.
• Must be authorised to work in New Zealand; no employment sponsorship or relocation support is offered.
• Must reside in Wellington and be fully dedicated to the role.

Required skills

• Advanced computer skills, such as Microsoft Office.
• Deep expertise in physical security and access control, and knowledge of guard force units and response protocols.
• Effective use of communications and radio procedures.
• Planning, risk assessment, resource management and quality control oversight.