Overview
We are seeking a diligent and vigilant Security Team Leader to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our premises, employees, and visitors.
As a Security Team Leader, you will be responsible for delivering security services across the park including patrolling the property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment, responding to alarms, reporting irregularities, incident investigation, report generation and informing violators of policy and procedures, responding to and/or liaising with relevant authorities in the event of an onsite incident/emergency.
Additionally, you will manage the day-to-day activity of the shift security officer/s in delivering security services at Discovery Park. Alongside ensuring all tasks are carried out professionally, efficiently, and in compliance with security protocols and relevant legislation whilst maintaining outstanding customer service.
Renumeration
Annual Salary: £28,025.43
Annual shift allowance: £3, % of the basic annual salary)
Overtime: Paid at time and a half of the flat rate.
In joining our Security Team, you will have the opportunity to work within our state-of-the-art control room and have access to a variety of facilities available within the park.
Our benefits include*:
* 10 days/8 shifts company sick pay
* 22 shifts annual leave
* Discount and recognition platform
* On-site gym
* 10% discount at our onsite catering
* Free onsite parking
* Enhanced overtime rate
*Benefits listed are based on working full-time and are subject to change.
Key Responsibilities
Security Operations:
* Lead and manage a security team to ensure the safety of tenants, visitors, staff, and property.
* Monitor and operate surveillance equipment, conduct patrols, respond to alarms, and handle onsite incidents/emergencies.
* Ensure all security activities align with legislation and company standards.
Team Leadership:
* Train, mentor, and supervise team members to meet performance targets.
* Plan and oversee team activities, provide feedback, and manage performance.
* Maintain exacting standards of professionalism and customer service.
Systems and Compliance:
* Manage and maintain security systems and related equipment.
* Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
Administrative Duties:
* Prepare reports, maintain accurate records.
* Liaise with other departments and external authorities as directed.
Essential Requirements
Experience:
* In-depth technical knowledge gained through working within the security industry.
* Team-leading or supervisory experience.
Licences and Skills:
* Valid SIA Licence for Manned Guarding (SG) or Door Supervisor (DS).
* Effective communication, organisational, and customer service skills.
* Computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office, access control, and alarm systems.
Personal Attributes:
* Professional demeanour, sound judgment, and integrity.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and independently.
* A flexible and proactive approach to duties.
Abilities:
* Able to deter a person or persons from entering the premises or to physically escort a person or persons from the premises.
* Able to pick up a fire extinguisher and, walking briskly, carry it a minimum distance of 30m and then operate it.
* Able to stand, walk or sit for extended periods.
* Able to perform lengthy foot patrols day and night in all weather conditions.
* Able to work a shift pattern covering 24/7, 365 days per year.
* Able to maintain strong concentration, focus, and thorough monitoring of CCTV throughout both day and night shifts.
Driving:
* A full, current, clean manual driving license.
Desirable requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certificate in Control Room Supervision (BTEC Level 3).
* 3–5 years of security experience.
* A CCTV License.
Whilst team leading or supervisory experience is an essential and important aspect of the role, we welcome applications from those who can demonstrate capability and confidence to successfully lead a security shift.
The standard shift pattern for this role consists of 4 on 4 off 12hr day and night shifts. With your welfare in mind, we request that you consider the practicalities of the commute.
Note: Discovery Park will carry out security screening to BS 7858 as part of the security onboarding process. Any offer of employment is contingent of satisfactorily completing this process.
The Job Description is not intended to be all inclusive. The job holder may be required to perform other related duties to meet the on-going needs of the Company.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,528.69 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Experience:
* security: 1 year (required)
Language:
* English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* First Aid Certification (preferred)
* SIA (required)
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person