Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex‑servicemen on return from the Crimean War. By staying true to our values of ‘loyalty, integrity, service’, we have become the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider.
About the role
We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to provide a secure and safe environment for all staff & visitors on site. This will be achieved through applying thorough access control procedures, carrying out site inductions, planned & ad‑hoc site patrols together with other duties as determined by the Assignment Instructions. In the event of an emergency, follow prescribed escalation/communication procedures with Site Management, Corps colleagues and the emergency services.
You will be working an average of 42 hours per week covering days and nights, in a shift pattern of 4 on, 4 off 0600-1800 and 1800-0600.
Key responsibilities
* Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular site patrols and recording these as per Corps and Customer requirements.
* Ensure all visitors and contractors to site are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
* Record the entry and exit of delivery whilst on site, including processing of paperwork in line with site quality procedures.
* Ensure patrols are carried out to the correct standards.
* Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out of hours security provision if applicable.
* Comply with site waste management procedures.
* Complete documents as required including daily occurrence log, shift handover, incident/accident records and any site‑specific reports.
* Familiarise yourself with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and other quality & safety documents; advise Corps Duty Manager and/or client personnel on any changes or recommendations to improve.
* Maintain your own training records via Corps Colleague Portal, ensuring skills remain up to date, especially first aid and fire marshal training in accordance with legislative guidelines.
* Continuously apply your SIA skills, maintaining a high level of professionalism; SIA licence must always be displayed.
* Perform ad hoc duties as directed.
Requirements
* Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
* A valid SIA Front‑Line License – essential.
* A Full UK Driving License – essential.
* Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
* Ability to work to deadlines, multitask and work under pressure.
* Excellent IT skills including Microsoft software packages (e.g. Excel).
* Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards.
Benefits
* Company sick pay scheme.
* Paid SIA licence renewals.
* Enhanced Family Leave Pay.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* High staff discounts & rewards scheme.
* Access to Digital GP.
* Excellent pension scheme.
* Death in Service – £5000.
* Recruitment bonus scheme.
* New business lead scheme.
* Employee assistance programme.
Diversity and equal opportunity
Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and achieving this.
Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (“EEO”) which benefits both the Company and its colleagues. EEO assists colleagues to develop to their full employment potential while the Company benefits from having a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic workforce.
Corps Security is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families as set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview if their previous employer was the armed forces and meet the minimum requirements for the position.
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