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 24 hours per week over Saturday and Sunday, Days 06:00‑18:00.
Responsibilities
* Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular site patrols and recording these as per Corps and Customer requirements.
* Ensure all visitors and contractors to the site are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
* Record the entry and exit of deliveries whilst on site, including processing of paperwork in line with site quality procedures.
* Ensure patrols are carried out to the correct standards.
* Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out‑of‑hours security provision if applicable.
* Complete documents as required including the daily occurrence log, shift handover, incident/accident records and any site‑specific reports.
* Become familiar with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments and other quality & safety documents; advise Corps Duty Manager and/or client personnel on any changes or recommendations to improve.
* Perform ad‑hoc duties as directed.
Qualifications
* Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
* A valid SIA Front‑Line License – essential.
* Confidence and the ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
* Ability to work to deadlines, multitask and work under pressure.
* Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Software Packages (e.g. Excel).
* Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards.
* Valid UK Driving License.
Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex‑servicemen returning 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.
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 they meet the minimum requirements for the position.
We are a recognised Real Living Wage Foundation partner and Social Enterprise.
Benefits
* Enhanced Company sick pay scheme
* Paid SIA licence renewals
* Regular innovative industry training programmes
* Enhanced Family Leave Pay
* Access to wellbeing services: Digital GP’s, Annual Health Check and Fitness Discounts
* 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
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