Technical Operative at Government Communications Security Bureau

Job Overview

Technical Operative – full‑time, on‑site position at the Government Communications Security Bureau, Wellington. The role supports national‑security investigations by applying cutting‑edge tradecraft and technology.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and troubleshoot bespoke electronic, mechanical, RF or control‑system solutions.
• Deploy technical equipment that enables intelligence collection and analysis.
• Make rapid, sound decisions under pressure, often with incomplete information.
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives and share knowledge across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Excellent teamwork, collaboration and communication skills; ability to work independently when required.
• Strong aptitude for learning technical concepts on the job.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IT, networking, electronics and/or RF technologies.
• Creative problem‑solving ab...