Safety & Security Assistant

Job Summary

IKEA Nottingham are looking to welcome a Safety & Security Assistant. Join us as the first point of contact for our visitors, contractors, customers, and co‑workers. You’ll help keep our store safe by monitoring fire and security systems, responding to alarms, supporting CCTV operations, and maintaining accurate incident records. You’ll also assist with loss prevention and essential admin tasks.

• Start Date:
  
  15th March
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.
• 24 hours working 5 days per week including 3 out of 4 weekends.
• Working hours between 7am to 9:30pm.
• Flexibility discussed during interview.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks, which must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires a criminal history check.

• 15% IKEA discount and discount portal saving you £100’s on high‑street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest‑free loans.
• Given Day – additional paid leave that can be taken at any point during the year.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks.

...and so much more! Click below for a full list of our benefits:

• Ability to ensure the integrity of safety and security systems, guidelines and documentation.
• Ability to plan effectively, influence others and follow up on changes implemented.
• Ability to work independently in a self‑directive environment, resolve problems, and complete tasks within deadlines in a busy, high‑stress environment.
• Ability to react to an emergency situation and make decisions.

• Meet and greet all persons entering the store and maintain visitor, contractor, customer and co‑worker access to and from the store.
• Monitor fire safety & security systems, respond to alarms, initiate emergency response without delay, and support the Safety & Security function through monitoring and review of CCTV and other security infrastructure.
• Record incidents and accidents; maintain the Incident Reporting System and assist with Loss Prevention and detection of offenders.
• Carry out administrative tasks, including audits, reports, maintaining and filing records, and support the store’s daily operations.

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued in the workplace.

• Let us know if you require any adjustments during the interview process as soon as possible.
• Please attach an updated CV with your application.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to a face‑to‑face interview.
• We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
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