Who are we? Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex-servicemen on return from the Crimean War. By sticking true to our values of ‘loyalty, integrity, service’, we have become the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider. Who are we looking for? We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to provide a secure and safe environment for all staff & 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 be working an average of 42 hours per week. The shifts will be 4 nights, 4 off, 4 nights, 4 off 18:00-06:00. What we offer: We are a recognised Real Living Wage Foundation partner and Social Enterprise. We offer a wide range of industry leading benefits, including: Enhanced Company sick pay scheme Paid SIA license renewals Regular innovative industry training programmes Enhanced Family Leave Pay Reward and Recognition Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Annual employee engagement and communications survey – Your View Matters Access to high staff discounts and perks Refer a Friend Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service Scheme Colleagues Welfare Fund What you will need: Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus. A valid SIA Front-Line License - essential Excellent IT Skills including Microsoft Software Packages (e.g. Excel) Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards Full UK Driving License What are you going to do: Liaise on a daily basis with staff the client and operational management teams. Support the fulfilment of the contracted/business objectives, through the range of duty assignments which will involve security and support duties. Ensure safety of customers and all staff. Contribute as a team member to ensure a positive customer experience for all visitors/customers. You will need to demonstrate trustworthiness, attentiveness and always be approachable when welcoming clients. Be vigilant always when on site and report and escalate any concerns as appropriate. Reception duties, providing a professional and courteous front of house service, greeting all visitors, explaining any operational procedures taking place at time of visit such as fire alarm tests. Monitoring CCTV and security alarms whilst also responsible for updating of Corps Security Daily Occurrence Book with any activities on site. Patrolling the client’s premises using mobile devices following set patrol routes securing the premises, reporting any incidents discovered and any health and safety issues found whilst on patrol. Gatehouse duties, the recording of vehicles entering the client’s premises, checking documentation to ensure vehicles are expected, recording vehicles arrival, performing security searches on vehicle and access control. Screening of staff during exit and entering. Performing professional searches in a controlled environment whilst providing excellent customer service to the client and ensuring all searches are recorded. Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which individuals are valued is fundamental to our business success and we are committed to working towards achieving this. Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (“EEO”) benefits both the Company and its colleagues. EEO assists colleagues to develop to their full employment potential while the Company benefits from having a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic workforce. Corps Security is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview where their previous employer was the armed forces and who meet the minimum requirements for the position. Under the current data protection legislation, we are required to notify you, as a candidate for employment with Corps Security, of certain information. Please go to our website www.corpssecurity.co.uk - ‘career’ section and familiarise yourself with the Privacy Notice (Recruitment). Please ensure you are happy with the content, before applying for one for our jobs.