Job Description
Security Operation
* Train Security Officers in the operation of surveillance equipment, written reports, record keeping, patrol and first aid procedures
* Disseminate all information by the Management to team members
* Conduct patrols and regular checks on all Security Officers to assure that they are alert and discharging their duties efficiently and effectively
* Conduct surveillance on hotel staff to ensure that they abide by the House Rules; Keep tag on movements of staff who are classified as suspects under investigations
* Control and direct all emergency personnel traffic in response to various unforeseen scenarios
* Inspect all Security equipment to ensure that they are in working order and that all cameras are correctly focused
* Conduct routine day-to-day checks of the following items to ensure that they are properly maintained, issued and accounted for;
o Pocket books;
o Security Desk Occurrence Book;
o Gate Passes and Security Passes;
o Keys and Key Registers;
o Post allocation for hotel and External Security
* Record all activities involving the Department in the Daily Security Report
* Provide security coverage for VIP guests
* Update General Manager on all matters of security interest affecting the Hotel and the Department
* Always be on-call, including off-duty hours, for any emergency that may arise
* Manage a your team and prepare weekly staff schedules keeping in mind anticipated business, operating budgets and standards of service
Qualifications
* Secondary / High school education or equivalent experience
* Certificates in National Skills Recognition System, CPR, First Aid Management and Basic Fire Fighting
* Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity
* Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
* This role requires an SIA licence and the successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check in line with hotel security standards.
* Relevant experience in a similar capacity within a hotel or facilities management environment.
* Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain strong attention to detail.
* Maintains a professional appearance and demeanour consistent with brand standards.
Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.
Additional Information
What is in it for you?
* Exclusive Discounts:
o Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, Spa and Golf discount
o Fairmont, Raffles, and Accor Hotels (friends and family rates are included)
o 20% off food and beverage in on-site restaurants
* Colleague restaurant
* Being part of The Mere Team – our culture is unique!
* You will benefit from training and development opportunities
* Competitive salary and benefits including pension
* 28 days of holiday including public holidays
* 1-5 days service award based on length of service
* Special rates for Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
* And last but not least you will get to work with a team of EXTRAORDINARY people