SkyGate Security Team Leader

What you will be doing

We maintain the integrity of the airside boundary fence and respond to incidents involving disorderly or intoxicated passengers, as well as assisting members of the public experiencing mental health issues, along with other incidents. We are seeking a strong team leader to provide guidance and leadership to a team of Coordinators.

The hours for this role (while predominately Monday to Friday) alternate on a weekly basis with your fellow team leader between Mornings 0600-1500 and Afternoons 1430 – 2300.It is essential that you are available and committed to working this pattern to provide visibility and supervision across the team.

The Skygate Security Team Leader is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the Skygate security team, including:

• Day to day operational leadership and motivation of the Skygate Security team
• Rostering and deployment of staff to demand
• Training development and initial investigation responsibilities
• Develop strong security partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, working alongside Border Agencies, Airlines, Ground Handlers, Retailers and other stakeholders to provide a safe environment to work and the travelling public to commute
• In addition to the day-to-day responsibilities, it is expected (given sufficient training and time and as a development opportunity) that the Skygate Security Team Leader will “step up” and cover for the Security Operations and Systems Manager in their absence when the occasion requires.

What you’ll bring to the role

At Auckland Airport, we are a busy hive of activity, and a lot of what we look for is how you would align with our AKL values All In | Tātou tatou – How we feel, Know How | Kōkiri Tahi – How we think and Let’s Go | Karawhiua – How we act.

To ensure your success in this role, you will need:

• A Qualification in Policing, Military, Security or Airport Operations or a combination of qualifications and experience
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in security or working in an operations environment and a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a complex stakeholder environment
• Leadership skills with the ability to coach and provide feedback to senior managers
• Ability to build strong networks with key stakeholders
• Well-developed skills as a team contributor, with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functional lines
• Sound business writing and verbal communication skills, including well developed presentation skills
• Excellent relationship-building skills at all levels of the organisation
• Demonstrated success in applying influence and/ or negotiating to achieve a win/win outcome
• Ability to think strategically and cope with business complexity
• Understanding of commercial realities, and well-developed business acumen
• Sound working knowledge of relevant legal frameworks in New Zealand

Apply today

It’s our collaboration and passion that keep everything together. This is what our culture and heritage have been built on. When you work with us, you’ll share our ambition to be a great New Zealand business, and one that’s making a strong contribution to the wellbeing of our communities and economy.

If this role sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Click the "Apply" button now.

Please note that applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the recruitment period, and appointments may be made before the official closing date of the advert.

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