We currently have over 40 detector dogs working for us across the country and loving their jobs. Our dogs are trained and specialised in detecting explosives, and together with their handlers go out every day to contribute to keeping New Zealand skies safe and secure. When off duty, our dogs live with their handlers.
We have over 30 Explosive Detector Dog handlers working for us nationwide on a shift-work pattern. Our dog handlers play an active role in the operation of the Aviation Security Service to assist in detecting explosives. There are various areas of the Airport the handler dogs teams work in to ensure passenger bags, cargo and goods are searched for explosives prior to entering the sterile area of the Airport. Our handlers receive a lot of on-going training and testing together with their dog to be able to work at their best within the operation.
The job of a handler and dog team is to detect explosives. Hence we require people that are vigilant and calm under pressure. The ideal candidate will have previous working dog experience and will need a reasonable level of fitness. Our dog handlers take their working dogs home with them, so you would need a secure backyard and room for a kennel as well as be willing to make them a part of your life outside of working hours.
