Job Description
Our General Manager of Security is looking to recruit reliable and dedicated Gatehouse Operatives.
You will be required to manage the day to day vehicle movements on and off the property to include but not limited to LGV vehicles, delivery vans, contractors, visitors and international freight forwarders, ensuring that all vehicle and driver details are recorded accurately against internal computer systems to prevent unauthorised or malicious access to the site.
You will be expected to process arrivals and departures in line with company policy and procedure to ensure all freight loads are accounted for correctly and secured as per requirement for departure.
The Gatehouse Operative will be responsible for restricting and controlling the access and egress to site with appropriate operation of electronic or manual barriers and physical presence. You will be expected to communicate with a variety of different people, therefore must display patience and an eagerness to provide an excellent customer experience.
Key Responsibilities of the role;
1. Ensuring that only authorised vehicles (DPD, Subcontractors and delivery vehicles) are given access and egress to the site
2. Communicating to other departments within the business with reference to vehicle movements
3. Physical checks of vehicle details, seals and security measures
4. Ensuring that all reported empty trailers arriving & departing are physically checked.
5. Working as part of a team to deliver excellent gatehouse security and customer service.
6. Coordinating activities between contractors, employees and visitors.
7. Liaising with emergency services and other third-party organisations.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for in individuals;
8. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are critical to succeed in this role
9. Excellent interpersonal skills.
10. You will be someone with a responsible and trustworthy attitude
11. The ability to use initiative and follow procedures and guidelines
12. Flexibility towards working hours
13. Proactive and supportive team player
14. Ability to use initiative when working alone in a busy environment
15. Have excellent computer skills
16. Demonstrate the core values of DPD DNA – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring and Accountability
Additional Information
Additional information
We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…
17. Holiday trading
18. Enhanced maternity and paternity package
19. Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
20. Health Kiosks visiting every location
21. Vitality at Work
22. Discounted shopping from ’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
23. Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
24. For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses