SECURITY OFFICER Salary: £ 35,996.14 per annum Working Hours: Permanent, Full Time, 42 hours per week, 12 hour shifts [4 on, 4 off, 6am - 6pm & 6pm - 6am] Location: Cheltenham Excellent benefits package including 2.5% Golden Hello payment on commencement of employment and a £2,000 annual retention bonus (pro-rata for part time employees), subject to Achieving and maintaining clearance requirements. G4S Facilities Management are recruiting a Security Officer on a full-time, permanent basis based in Cheltenham. We are looking for an organised individual with a keen eye and a brilliant way with people to provide a full and comprehensive delivery of services to our high-profile client. You will act as the first point of contact for any emergencies and ensure site safety by patrolling the interior and exterior of the building and carrying out searches on staff members, visitors and vehicles. Responsibilities Control access to site and designated buildings. Detect, and if possible prevent, forcible or clandestine entry to sites/buildings by those without authority and deter and detect vandalism. Monitor activity on site and in the immediate vicinity of the site. Operate the switchboard out of hours. Deal with suspect postal packages and suspicious objects in accordance with agreed procedures. Monitor the effectiveness of the end of day security measures in workspaces. Carry out monitoring of the alarm systems as required. Comply with health and safety and emergency procedures. Essential Basic level of IT skills. Customer focused approach. Enthusiastic and flexible. Teamwork. Must be willing to undergo extended security clearance. You will be valued and supported, and provided with first class training and competitive benefits. Benefits While working for G4S, you are entitled to a number of benefits and offers from G4S partners and other organisations, from employee assistance provided through WeCare, to RAC cover and so much more, including the below; 2.5% Golden Hello payment £2,000 annual retention bonus 22 shifts, rising to 25 shifts after 5 years service Progression, training and development catered to you. Refer A Friend incentives Company pension scheme with employer contributions. G4S Life Assurance Scheme. Subsidised healthcare plan. Charity work- Match-IT and Payroll Giving. Confidential Counselling Services 24/7 support specialising in health and medical Discounts on high street shops and brands including several leading high street brands, retailers and travel suppliers. Please be aware that due to the nature of the business security clearance to a high government level will be required. LI-RG1