Relief Security Officer

Overview

Corps Security (formerly The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited) was founded in 1859 to provide employment for ex-servicemen returning from the Crimean War. We are a UK-based, established security services provider committed to loyalty, integrity and service.

We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to be trained and required to work at several client premises to assist with holiday and sickness cover, with a view to being allocated a fixed shift pattern when opportunities arise. We invest in our colleagues and encourage internal promotion and development; should a permanent contracted vacancy become available, you will be contacted first.

You will be working an average of 42 hours per week covering days and nights. Shift times will be 05:30–17:30 and 17:30–05:30.

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

What we offer:

• Company sick pay scheme
• Paid SIA license renewals
• Enhanced Family Leave Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• High staff discounts & rewards scheme
• Access to Digital GP
• Excellent pension scheme
• Death in Service – £5000
• Recruitment bonus scheme
• New business lead scheme
• Employee assistance programme

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

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carry out regular site patrols and record 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 deliveries on site, including processing of paperwork in line with site quality procedures
• Ensure patrols are carried out to the correct standards
• Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out-of-hours security provision if applicable
• Comply with site waste management procedures
• Complete documents as required including daily occurrence log, shift handover, incident/accident records and any site-specific reports
• Ensure familiarity with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and other quality & safety documents; advise Corps Duty Manager and/or client personnel on changes or recommendations
• Maintain your training records via Corps Colleague Portal and keep skills up to date, including first aid and fire marshal training in line with legislative guidelines
• Continuously apply your SIA skills with a high level of professionalism; your SIA licence must be visibly displayed
• Perform ad hoc duties as directed

Diversity is important to Corps Security; we value each individual's unique talents and strive to create an inclusive environment. We are committed to equality and an inclusive, diverse workforce.

Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO).

We are 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 they meet the minimum requirements for the position where their previous employer was the armed forces.

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