Security Officer

Responsibilities

Youll play a vital part in keeping people property and information safe. That includes:

Protection of Property and Premises

• Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site as a Security Officer. 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 as a Security Officer.

Health and Safety

• 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 as a Security Officer.

Please note - The responsibilities listed here arent the full picture but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe youve got what it takes to succeed wed love to hear from you.

Qualifications :

What were looking for:

Were looking for someone who sees a different world someone who values teamwork shows initiative and wants to grow. Ideally youll have:

• A valid SIA licence.
• Flexibility to work days nights and weekends.
• The right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• British nationality and UK residency for the past 5 years (due to site requirements).
• Strong communication skills in English both written and spoken.
• Essential
• Must be working towards acquiring a valid SIA Licence as a Security Officer.
• 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 desirable.
• The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity Vigilance and Helpfulness as a Security Officer.
• 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 as a Security Officer.
• Desirable
• Prior experience as a Security Officer in the Security Industry is desirable.
• A First Aid qualification would be advantageous

Why Join Securitas

We have a promise to our people a People Promise where opportunity people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

Opportunity:
We see potential in every person and situation.
People: We open our eyes to all thats good.
Purpose:
We make your world a safer place.

We believe in your future not just your past. At Securitas youll find a career built on trust respect and progress.

Additional Information :

Its great to see youre considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 336000 colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas we live by our values of Integrity Vigilance and Helpfulness and our People Promise:

• Opportunity We see potential in every person and situation
• People We open our eyes to all thats good
• Purpose We make your world a safer place

What You Can Expect
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting but were here to support youjust email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion Be Yourself

We are an inclusive employer proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates should you meet the roles minimum requirements having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU the Race at Work Charter and the Armed Forces Covenant.

We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week International Womens Day PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans - A range of…