Area Relief Security Officer

Overview

Who are we? Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex-servicemen on return from the Crimean War. By sticking true to our values of loyalty, integrity, service, we have become the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider.

Who are we looking for? We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to be trained and required to work at several of our client’s premises to assist us with holiday and sickness cover, with a view to being allocated a fixed shift pattern, when opportunities arise. As part of our company philosophy, we invest in colleagues; internal promotions and development are encouraged, so should a permanent contracted vacancy become available, you will be contacted first.

This will be an area relief role covering multiple sites in Cornwall with a mix of days, nights and weekends from 06:00 - 18:00 or 18:00 - 06:00.

What we offer:

we are a recognised Real Living Wage Foundation partner and Social Enterprise, offering a wide range of industry-leading benefits.

• Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
• A valid SIA Front-Line License - essential
• Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work to deadlines, multitasking and working under pressure.
• Excellent IT Skills including Microsoft Software Packages (e.g. Excel)
• Full UK Driving License and own vehicle or reliable transport - desirable
• Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular site patrols and recording these as per Corps and Customer requirements.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors to site are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
• Record the entry and exit of delivery whilst on site, including processing of paperwork in line with site quality procedures.
• Ensure that patrols are carried out and to the correct standards.
• Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out of hours security provision if applicable.
• Complete documents as required including daily occurrence log, shift handover, incident/accident records and any site-specific reports.
• Ensure you are familiar with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and other quality & safety documents; advise Corps Duty Manager and/or client personnel on any changes or recommendations to improve.
• Maintain your own training records via Corps Colleague Portal such that your skills remain up to date, and in particular your first aid and fire marshal training is in accordance with legislative guidelines.
• Perform ad hoc duties as directed.

Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and to achieving a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic workforce. Corps Security adheres to Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) principles benefiting both the Company and its colleagues. The Company is committed to supporting members of the armed forces, veterans and their families as set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant.

Veterans are guaranteed an interview if their previous employer was the armed forces and they meet the minimum requirements for the position.

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