Event Security Officer

Job ID 23029512
Canterbury, Christchurch
Part-time
Listed on 22 Jan 2026

About this job

We are looking for staff for events on an ongoing basis. There is a lot of work lined up for this year due to contracts with the new One NZ Stadium.

- Choose dates and times that suit you. - Connect with the community, interact with a diverse range of people and flex your interpersonal and communication skills. - Provide excellent customer service to event attendees, ensuring a positive and enjoyable experience throughout the event, including greeting everyone and scanning tickets. - Ensuring the safety and security of all individuals at events. - Conducting security screenings including bag checks and scans, to maintain a secure environment. - Assisting in crowd and vehicle control. - Assisting patrons with wayfinding within the venue including finding their seats and other amenities.

Job Requirements

- Must pass an MOJ check and drug testing - Excellent communication skills, able to interact with a diverse range of individuals in a positive and professional manner. - You’ll be adaptable, approachable, and able to think on your feet to find solutions. - You will have experience in a customer facing role min 6 months (like hospitality or retail) - This is a physical position which may see you standing and walking for extended periods, so you will need to have a good level of fitness to accommodate. - These positions offer a pathway into more senior security or event leadership positions - Candidates that pass screening will be sent a link by the vacancy manager for an online application

Work and Income may be able to assist with gaining a Certificate of Approval COA (a requirement for security work in NZ). You must pass a police check.

Due to the requirement of the COA license this does mean that applicants are required to be over 18 years of age to be considered.

Days of work
Hours vary with each event. All roles start casual. (10 hours per week)
Pay Details
TBA
Job Category
Security Officers and Guards
Career Level
Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
Driver Licence
Not Required
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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