Relief Security Officer

Responsibilities Protection of Property and Premises

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms intruder alarms and CCTV as appropriate.
• Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Provide traffic control and apply parking restrictions as required.
• Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
• Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Ensure any equipment provided by the customer and Securitas is managed in accordance with procedures detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
• Issue visitor / contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
• Deal with lost property in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

• To provide support guidance and information to all staff visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times. Record and report all faults health and safety hazards and unsafe working practices to supervisor / manager. Report and record all accidents in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
• Ensure all walkways and emergency escape routes are always kept clear.
• Report any usage of First Aid equipment and shortfalls in the contents of First Aid boxes.
• Notify the Securitas Operations Centre (SOC) in the event of any emergencies and follow the instructions given.
• Investigate the cause of all fire alarm activations.

• Report instances of property at risk of being lost stolen damaged and / or vandalized.
• During patrols switch off unnecessary lights and close windows.

• Display an outstanding level of customer service.
• Take responsibility for problems that staff and visitors may have.
• Display the highest standard of personal presentation and smartness of uniform to maintain the image of Securitas and the customer.
• Answer telephone calls professionally and in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

• Book on at the beginning of each shift and make check calls in accordance with Company policy.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed in a timely fashion and conduct effective handover procedures.
• Undertake any other duties as requested by Branch Management.
• Demonstrate understanding and engagement with the Securitas Core Values of Integrity Vigilance and Helpfulness whilst showing a natural ability to recognise risk within the workplace and consider safety as a priority complying with relevant policies procedures and training as provided by the Company.

• To be available as and when called upon to cover shifts occasionally at short notice.
• Must hold a valid SIA Licence.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Must be over 18.
• Have a five-year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment self-employment or full and part-time education during that period.
• No current criminal convictions.
• A full UK driving licence and own transport is highly desirable.
• The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity Vigilance and Helpfulness.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
• Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Be willing and able to work shifts covering days nights and weekends.

• Prior experience as a Security Officer in the Security industry is desirable.
• A First Aid qualification would be advantageous

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