Gatehouse Security Officer

We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Gatehouse Security Officer in Uttoxeter to provide a secure and safe environment for all staff and visitors on site. This will be achieved through applying thorough access control procedures, carrying out site inductions, planned & ad‑hoc site patrols together with other duties as determined by the Assignment Instructions. In the event of an emergency, follow prescribed escalation/communication procedures with Site Management, Corps colleagues and the emergency services.

You will work 60 hours per week, Mon‑Fri 0600‑1800.

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carry out regular patrols and record these as per Corps and Customer requirements.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors to site are correctly briefed, sign in and sign out.
• Record 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.
• Familiarise yourself 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 so that your skills remain up‑to‑date, particularly first aid and fire marshal training in accordance with legislative guidelines.
• Continuously apply your SIA skills, maintaining a high level of professionalism; your SIA licence must always be displayed.
• Perform ad‑hoc duties as directed.

• Excellent communication skills and strong customer focus.
• Valid SIA Front‑Line Licence – essential.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence – 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).
• Able to achieve a DBS and vetting to BS7858 Standards.

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

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We believe that diversity is important and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals are valued for their unique talents.