Job Description
* Presenting a visible security presence at the premises, staying alert in order to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
* Managing a team on site to make sure all compliance requirements are met.
* Making sure health and safety for security officers is kept to a high standard.
* Responding to and assisting Port Management and National Agencies in emergency situations, in a professional manner.
* Meeting and greeting visitors and staff, maintaining a helpful, interested and courteous approach at all times.
* Access and egress control.
* Body searching of passengers.
* Searching of passenger baggage.
* Searching of cars and light vans.
* Searching of coaches and passengers.
* Searching of freight vehicles.
* Foot and mobile security patrols.
* Passport checks.
* Trace checks.
* Working within ISPS code. (Full training in maritime security procedures will be provided where required).
* Management of, and issuing of, both vehicle and pedestrian access passes.
* Production of written incident reports. To look out for and to immediately report any health and safety issues or potential hazards on site.
Qualifications
* A valid SIA licence is essential
* Experience in a similar role preferred but not essential
* Right to work in the UK
* 5 year checkable employment history
* Flexible and willing to work shifts including days, nights and weekends
Additional Information
* Ability to perform any other duties and tasks as directed by management
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