Court Security Officer

About the role

The Court Security Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for the public, staff and judicial officers at the Gisborne courthouse. You will work as part of a dedicated team, providing professional security services while interacting with a diverse range of people.

Key responsibilities

• Engage with visitors, build relationships and provide customer service while maintaining security protocols.
• Screen individuals, operate and maintain CCTV and electronic access‑control systems.
• Patrol public areas, conduct building security checks and respond to duress alarms.
• Coordinate with police, corrections, lawyers and judicial officers to ensure safe court proceedings.
• Identify, mitigate and report security, health and safety threats and incidents.

Required profile

• Ability to work in a physically demanding role and meet full‑contact officer safety training requirements.
• Clean New Zealand driver’s licence and criminal record.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and cultural considerations, especially Tikanga Māori.
• Willingness to undergo accredited training and obtain security qualifications.

Required skills

• CCTV operation and maintenance
• Electronic access‑control system operation
• X‑ray machine handling
• Walk‑through metal‑detector operation
• Handheld metal‑detector operation
• Use of SRBA (Security Response and Backup Apparatus)
• Use of RT (Rapid Taser) equipment
• Handcuffing techniques

What we offer

• Fully funded accredited training and security qualifications.
• Opportunities for career progression into management or specialist roles.
• Access to a range of study courses, including leadership development.
• 40‑hour week, Monday‑Friday with paid overtime and occasional Saturday shifts.