GuardWatch Security UK Limited is a long-established Security Industry Approved Contractor who operates throughout the UK.
An excellent opportunity has become available for a permanent full-time gatehouse Security Officer to join our team in the Bamber Bridge Preston area. Working days on a 4-on 4-off shift pattern
IMMEDIATE START.
To succeed in this role you will need the following:
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
* IT Literate
* Strong customer focus
* Experience working in the Security Industry would be preferred but not essential
* A valid SIA Licence - Manned Guarding (SG) or Door Supervisor (DS)
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
The successful candidate must have a 5-year checkable employment/education history
* A professional demeanour with sound judgment and integrity
Your main responsibilities will include:
Acting as first-line support to employees, contractors, and visitors to the site providing a high standard of service.
To provide a safe and secure environment and to ensure that persons who have not been granted access do not enter the site and are professionally and politely escorted from the site.
Provide support in emergencies and evacuation.
What we offer in return
1. Excellent rate of pay
2. Double time for bank holidays
3. Full uniform
4. NEST Pension Scheme
5. Paid Holidays
Please don't apply if you do not hold a valid SIA licence.
A good understanding of the English language oral and written.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: 42 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Preston PR4 3SJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* security: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* First Aid Certification (preferred)
* SIA (required)
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person