1. About The Role
2. Location: British Red Cross Building
We are seeking a professional and service-driven Facilities & Security Support Officer to support operations within a British Red Cross building.
This is a varied, hands-on role combining porter duties, cleaning, front of house services, security responsibilities and general building support. You will play a key role in ensuring the cleanliness, safety, presentation and smooth day-to-day operation of the site.
As a visible presence within reception and communal areas, you will provide a professional welcome to staff, visitors, contractors and Red Cross training delegates, while maintaining access control and supporting security procedures. You will act as Fire Marshal for the building, respond to incidents where required, and ensure full adherence to safeguarding and health & safety standards.
Your duties will include:
* Supporting room set-ups and furniture movements
* Assisting with minor maintenance tasks and reporting defects
* Maintaining communal areas to agreed cleaning standards
* Monitoring consumables and site presentation
* Supporting reception and issuing visitor and contractor passes
* Patrolling and maintaining external areas
* Assisting with ad-hoc operational requests
You will work closely with the BRC Property team and Contract/Operations Manager to ensure building standards, compliance and client expectations are consistently met.
While primarily aligned to weekday operations, flexibility is essential. Occasional weekend or out-of-hours attendance may be required to ensure business continuity and operational support.
This is a client-facing, security-sensitive environment where professionalism, reliability and attention to detail are essential.
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3. About You
4. You are professional, approachable and take pride in maintaining high standards in everything you do.
You bring strong customer service skills and are confident engaging with a wide range of people in a respectful and welcoming manner. You understand the importance of safeguarding, compliance and maintaining a secure environment, and you conduct yourself with professionalism at all times.
You are proactive and solutions-focused, comfortable working independently, identifying issues before they escalate, and supporting the wider facilities team wherever needed. Whether resetting meeting rooms, supporting maintenance, managing access control or responding to an enquiry, you remain calm and composed under pressure.
You will also have:
* Excellent attention to detail
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* A positive, can-do attitude
* Reliability and consistent punctuality
* The right to work in the UK
Previous experience in facilities or security support is desirable. A valid SIA Licence (Door Supervisor or Security Guarding) would be advantageous.
Above all, you are a dependable team player who understands the responsibility that comes with working in a professional, community-focused and security-sensitive environment.
5. About The Company
6. What makes this job amazing?
* Full learning and support from Atlas to help you succeed in your role.
* Financial wellbeing benefits via Stream – real-time access to earned wages and exclusive discounts at top retailers.
* Career progression opportunities within a growing company.
* Tailored learning and development support in areas that interest you.
* Recognition programs, including our Stars of Atlas awards.
* Cycle to work scheme and workplace pension.
* A collaborative and supportive work environment where people value and help each other.
* An opportunity to work in a fast-growing business with significant career advancement potential.
Who are we?
Atlas is a family of people drawn together by a passion for creating happiness in others.
Founded in 1986 and 100% owned by our employees, we are now one of the fastest-growing business support companies in the UK, providing cleaning, security, pest and other support services to a wide range of companies, from globally recognised brands to small local businesses. Our success is down to one thing; the passion and commitment of our extended family, who together we deliver happiness across thousands of client sites every single day. To ensure we remain focused on our purpose as we grow, we recruit first and foremost on our values so for those committed to living them alongside us, there is no better place to work.
Our Purpose
To create happiness in ourselves and others
We approach work and life with a sense of fun, optimism and belief, and strive to have a positive impact on the world around us. We show kindness and compassion to all those we meet, ensuring everyone is safe and healthy. We deliver on our promises and go the extra mile every day.
Our Values.
We are a family
Just like any other family, we laugh, cry, celebrate and commiserate together. We may come from many different backgrounds, but we’re always there when it really matters. Whether it’s with practical help and support, or simply a mug of tea and a shoulder to cry on.
Sharing makes us stronger
Knowledge is more powerful when its shared. Which is why we share everything - our ideas, our expertise, our news and most-of-all our time. Show humility. Share and work together, and anything is possible.
Own your space
You are Atlas. Don’t be afraid to make decisions. Use your time wisely and treat every pound as if it was coming from your own pocket.
Be honest. Always.
Have the courage to do the right thing, even when no-one is watching. Whether it’s owning up to a mistake, having a difficult conversation, or simply arguing a point you feel passionate about. Be yourself. Authenticity breeds trust. Trust brings happiness.
Treat clients like our best friends
If we’re a family, then our clients are our best friends. Friends who you can be completely open and honest with, because they trust you to put their interests first. We take the time to listen to what’s going on in our clients lives and pull out all the stops to make them feel happy.
Start with Wow
And never settle for less. Create time to focus on quality and prioritise long-term solutions over short-term fixes. Constantly seek opportunities to learn from others, and if something doesn’t make sense, shout. Always ask yourself if there is more we can do to bring happiness to those around us.
Don't just talk. Do.
We are a business that thrives on doing. The more we do, the more we succeed. Embrace change. Keep it simple. Keep meetings short. Plan just enough to succeed. And then get on with it.