# Project Manager

> Continuity Global Solutions · Wellington, New Zealand · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-25

**Salary:** unknown currency 90,000–100,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Diplomatic Security

## Description

**Guard Force Project Manager - Security Operations**

**Location:** U.S. Embassy - Wellington, New Zealand

**Satellite Support Location:** U.S. Consulate General - Auckland, New Zealand

**Compensation:** 90,000 - 100,000 NZD

CGS is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Project Manager (PM) to lead and manage the local guard force ("LGF") program. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in security operations, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Provide daily oversight and proactive program management of the local guard force.
-   Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) on contract performance and security posture.
-   Analyze regional and local security threats and implement effective countermeasures.
-   Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in the myLGP system.
-   Conduct quarterly visits to all covered U.S. Mission locations.
-   Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, quality control standards, and contingency plans.
-   Be available 24/7 and respond in-person within one hour when requested by the COR or GTM.

## Requirements

-   Completion of secondary education, polytechnic school, National Diploma, or Associate degree.

-   Minimum **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 surrounding region**.
-   Strong understanding of overseas security environments and U.S. Mission-related threats.
-   Proficiency in English and local language at **S4/R4 level**.
-   Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
-   Experience with all levels of communication and team/project management.

**Additional Required Skills:**

-   Deep expertise in physical security and access control.
-   Operational knowledge of guard force units and response protocols.
-   Effective use of communications and radio procedures.
-   Must understand operational methods of all guard force units and zones for response, and maintain a professional demeanor under highly stressful circumstances
-   Strong planning, risk assessment, and resource management abilities.
-   Oversight of quality control and contract compliance.
-   Valid host-country driver’s license.
-   Firearms certification (as required by local law and contract).
-   Must be authorized to work in New Zealand (no employment sponsorship or relocation support offered)
-   Must reside in Wellington.
-   Must be accessible at all times and dedicated full-time to this role.

## Apply

[Apply at Continuity Global Solutions](https://apply.workable.com/continuity-global-solutions/j/3D0967EA21/apply)

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