Security Officer

The University of Bolton Security Services strategy provides a framework for managing the security of the university campus, its staff, students and visitors.

The strategy aims to minimise risks and ensure the university has systems, policies, procedures, and measures in place so that all users of the campus can conduct their activities in a safe and secure environment.

To undertake security activities and contribute to the consistent delivery of a first-class security service provided by the University.

The role involves maintaining a safe and secure environment, enabling the Security Team to prevent crime and anti-social behaviour, and keeping student, staff, contractors and visors safe from harm.

This will be achieved by proactively responding to threats, risks, and harm, understanding the university incident comment and control, engaging in debriefing for continuous improvement, executing daily operational security tasks, escalating appropriately, and working to best practice standards.

Values Respect:
Respecting each other, excellent communication, valuing contributions, respecting differences, and supporting one another.

Collaboration:

Teamwork and remembering that we are all working towards the same goal.

It also involves working with our clients and their other suppliers.

We are one team Integrity:
Being honest, reliable, and trustworthy, and always delivering on promises.

Innovation:
Striving to always improve, working smarter, producing innovative ideas, and having the confidence to share them.

Embracing change is also key.

Excellence:
Striving to be the absolute best brand ambassador, exceeding expectations to build value and give us and our clients a real competitive advantage.

Trust:
Being consistent, organised, and reliable.

It also involves doing what you say you will do.

The university security strategy sets out the strategic imperative that security arrangements are in place to provide a visible deterrent and ensure a safe, secure environment while enabling work and study to continue with minimal disruption.

Security is expected to deliver a comprehensive, proactive, and customer-focused service, prioritising the safety and security of all campus users, building, and assets across multiple sites within Bolton.

Requirements Flexibility regarding working hours, including night shifts, is a must.

A customer service focus Good interpersonal skills and a professional, courteous approach.

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