Security Servicing Technician, Dunedin

Security Servicing Technician, Dunedin


Company
Aotea Group
Location
Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
547 days ago
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Job Description
Aotea Security have an exciting opportunity for a Security Servicing Technician to join their team in Dunedin. Aotea Security is New Zealand's largest and most trusted electronic security company, with over 200 employees in 17 locations across New Zealand.Aotea Security design, develop & install solutions for electronic security by integrating access control, intruder detection, and closed-circuit television systems. Our metropolitan and provincial locations cover the full breadth of New Zealand, providing Managed Client Services, Responsive and Preventative Maintenance, Design, Installation and Enterprise Support. We can also provide Guard, Cash and Monitoring services through our long-term partners.We nurture long term and sustainable client relationships with some of New Zealand’s largest and most recognised institutions. We are Gallagher's largest Channel Partner in New Zealand, Axis Gold partners and work closely with a number of other security technology partners to protect what's important to our clients.We have a well-established supportive company culture, that rewards hard work through our rewards and awards initiatives. We operate with one unified purpose to deliver value and create long-term, sustainable futures for people inside and alongside our business.Our people are what make us great. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits that recognise and value the contribution every one of our people brings. Working at Aotea Security can open the doors to some incredible opportunities right across Aotearoa.We have a great opportunity for the right candidate to join our team and develop in the Security Industry. The role will include installation and commissioning of electronic security systems for our clients.To be successful in this role you will need to have:3-5 Years in the electronic security industryExperience in Gallagher, Tecom, Integriti or Protege Access Control SystemsExperience in CCTV systems including Milestone, Avigilon or Genetec systemsExperience with IT systems and networkingElectronic Security Level 3 is preferred, but not essential as we will assist in obtaining thisOur preference is for someone local who is eligible to obtain the required credentials. A competitive package will be offered to the right candidate including your own vehicle. If you have the above experience and enjoy working in a team environment that is supportive and collaborative, we look forward to discussing this opportunity further with you.Discover more about us at www.aoteasecurity.co.nz/careers

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