Job Description
Security Officer – Warton & Salmesbury
Location: Warton & Salmesbury (PR4 1AX & BB2 7LF)
Hours: 42 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Must be able to work Days, nights, and weekends
Rate of Pay: £13.65 per hour
Must be a driver with access to your own vehicle.
Must be a British national by birth or have held a British passport for a minimum of 5 years.
We are looking for a Security Officer to join our team covering Warton & Salmesbury. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is proactive, physically fit, and dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment. If you have the drive to make a difference and possess the required skills and qualifications, we want to hear from you.
What we offer:
- Competitive pay at £13.65 per hour
- 42-hour work week with varied shifts (days, nights, weekends)
- Full training and uniform provided
- Opportunities for career growth and progression
- Paid holiday leave
- Pension scheme
- Employee discounts
- Overtime opportunities
Your role:
As a Security Officer covering Warton & Samlesbury, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the sites, staff, visitors, and assets. You will conduct regular patrols, manage access control, monitor security systems, and respond to incidents promptly. The role involves significant walking, so being physically fit is essential.
Detailed job duties include:
- Conducting regular foot and vehicle patrols across the Warton and Samlesbury sites to ensure all areas are secure and to check for unauthorized access or security breaches
- Managing entry points by checking IDs, issuing visitor passes, and enforcing site access procedures
- Monitoring CCTV feeds, identifying suspicious activity, and responding to incidents
- Responding quickly and effectively to security incidents, emergencies, and alarm activations
- Maintaining accurate and detailed records of incidents, breaches, and unusual activities
- Ensuring adherence to health and safety procedures to create a safe environment
- Inspecting security equipment regularly to ensure functionality
- Driving between Warton and Samlesbury sites as needed
- Providing high-quality customer service while upholding all security protocols
Qualifications
Qualifications required:
- Valid SIA Licence
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Must be a driver with access to your own vehicle
- Must be a British national by birth or have held a British passport for a minimum of 5 years
- Must have a 5-year checkable work history
- Must be able to obtain SC clearance
- Must be physically fit due to significant walking involved in the role
If you're ready to join a dynamic team and take on this exciting security role covering Warton & Samlesbury, apply today. Become a key part of our security team.