Overview
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ASEL, design, develop and deliver fully bespoke and integrated security solutions, seamlessly bringing together people, technology and processes to achieve results-driven outcomes. As the original thinkers behind security risk modelling, which has revolutionised the industry, our business is underpinned by our risk advisory practice, which utilises data and insight to identify and mitigate risk, inform strategy, prevent crime and reduce cost. We believe authenticity and transparency are vital to success, so our main objective is to always act with sincerity and integrity in order to provide a genuinely collaborative service, which customers can trust and believe in.
Responsibilities
* Provide a visible deterrence and respond to incidents in-store
* Carry out guarding duties while in store
* Patrolling the shop floor and deterring criminal activity
* Assess and identify vulnerabilities, and work proactively to minimise risk
* Liaise with management and local authorities when applicable
* Manage vulnerable persons with empathy to avoid distress
* Complete colleague and contractor searches when required in line with customer policy
* Digitally report incidents and use tablets/phones for daily activity planning
* Provide detailed and legible incident reporting to assist the Client and Local Authorities
Location and Hours
Location: Kirkcaldy McKenzie Street 49
Hours: 50
Shift Pattern: Tuesday to Saturday 12:00-22:00
Hourly Rate: £12.50
The Person
To be an effective Security Officer, you will need to be a confident communicator as you will be required to provide detailed verbal and written accounts of criminal activity. You will need to be welcoming and patient with customers, and able to handle conflict in a professional manner.
Required Experience and Qualifications
You must have a valid SIA licence to apply for this role. Previous experience in a Retail Security role is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.
Benefits
* SIA Licence Renewal
* Auto enrolment pension scheme
* Investment into training
* Perkbox incentive scheme including discounts and employee assistance programme
* Company uniform provided
Equality & Diversity
ASEL values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all. Our objectives are that all individuals shall have equal opportunities for employment and advancement on the basis of their skills, aptitudes, and abilities. ASEL is committed to the engagement and retention of the best possible talent and to creating an environment that encourages excellence through inclusion, equality, diversity, leadership, and management.
Responsibilities & Requirements
Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis. Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager. The above information is not exhaustive, and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be required within the scope of the position and your capabilities. All employees are required to act professionally, co-operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the position.
Additional Information
Applications must be able to provide a full 5-year checkable work history. If you are selected for an interview, please bring your right to work documents and a recent proof of address. You must have a current SIA Guarding or SIA Door Supervisor licence to apply for this role. If you have not been contacted within 14 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
Position Details
Location: Kirkcaldy, Fife, United Kingdom
Posting status: Permanent - Full-time
Closing date: 29/10/2025
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Permanent
Job function
* Security
Industries
* Security Services
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