Electronic Security Technician

About Us

With over 200 years of heritage, Chubb is a global leader in fire and security solutions, dedicated to protecting what matters most and giving our customers peace of mind. As part of APi Group, a global leader in safety and specialty services, Chubb brings industry‑leading expertise, trusted reliability, and forward‑thinking technology to every customer and community we serve.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Electronic Security Technician to join our high-performing team based in Christchurch.

Reporting to the Security Manager, you’ll take ownership of the service, maintenance, fault-finding and compliance testing of enterprise electronic security solutions across a diverse range of customer sites. You’ll work with systems including:

• Intruder alarms and security systems

• Intercom and entry systems

• Access control

• Integrated security platforms

This role will involve occasional travel across the wider northern region.

Why you’ll enjoy this role

You’ll be joining a collaborative, industry-leading business where your technical expertise is valued and where the work is varied, hands-on, and customer-focused. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our clients’ security systems are reliable, compliant and operating at their best every day. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintenance, fault diagnosis, minor works installation and commissioning of electronic security systems

• Work across intruder alarms, enterprise access control, CCTV and video management platforms

• Diagnose issues across integrated systems in live customer environments

• Complete compliance testing and produce clear, detailed service documentation and reports

• Work closely with technicians, project teams and subcontractors to deliver great outcome

• Provide professional, customer-first support on site

About You:

• Solid experience in electronic security, ideally across enterprise & commercial environments

• Current Certificate of Approval (COA) 

      Highly regarded certifications/experience: Gallagher, Inner Range Integriti, ICT Protege, Milestone, Avigilon

•   Current full NZ driver licence

• Working-At-Heights and EWP certifications (or willing to obtain)

• Good job planning/time management and confidence using mobile field apps (e.g., FieldService)

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients

• Strong written reporting skills (service and compliance documentation)

• Working knowledge of NZ standards and compliance requirements

This role requires unrestricted New Zealand working rights and eligibility to obtain and maintain NZ Defence Security Clearance if required.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive remuneration including overtime and on-call allowances

• Tool-of-trade vehicle, iPad, mobile phone and uniform provided

• Comprehensive technical training and ongoing development

• Free onsite parking

• Supportive team culture within a global organisation

• Employee discount portal across thousands of retailers (including insurance, health and groceries)

Pre‑Employment Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a mandatory pre‑employment medical assessment, Drug & Alcohol test, and a National Police Check.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from different backgrounds. This includes people with a disability, LGBTIQA+ and all cultural backgrounds