Overview
Are you a vigilant and dedicated professional looking for a rewarding career in security? We are seeking a reliable and proactive Security Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment for our staff, visitors, and assets. This role is to work as part of a full-time support team that works across a variety of WJ client sites. The main priorities of the role is ensure the safety of the public and staff on the dedicated sites that you will be allocated to support at. When necessary, to respond to enquiries from members of the public politely, helpfully and confidently, directing customers to the appropriate sources of help, As a Security Officer! you will be responsible for:
Responsibilities
* Make rounds of inspection at fixed intervals and report in by means of radio or other devices.
* To be alert to potential hazards; check for fire and flood; ensure all windows and doors are closed and locked. Report any serious incident (e.g. flood, fire or theft) to the Control Room immediately.
* Follow emergency and evacuation procedures; assist in the searching of site / buildings in accordance with set procedures.
* Monitor and respond to CCTV and Intruder/Access alarms.
* Prevent the admittance to the premises of unauthorised persons.
* Report damage to perimeter fencing or other property or buildings which compromise security.
* Remain alert and vigilant to activity on the site to ensure risks are minimised through prompt action, end to end investigation and reporting.
* Investigate suspicious persons or vehicles immediately, report to the Supervisor and Police when the situation is perceived as an emergency.
* Investigate alarm activation's as per site procedures.
* Monitor and control access to site during emergencies.
* Receive, direct and escort emergency services and other offsite parties
Benefits
* Annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks
* Lifestyle Benefits - Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.
* Learning & Development - we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
* Health and Wellbeing - Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
* Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents.
* Financial support
* Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
* Progression opportunities - many of our team go on to senior and site management roles
* A welcoming, respectful team culture
* Uniform and full induction provided
* Cycle to work scheme
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a relevant role
* Deliver excellent customer service
* Basic IT Skills
* Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies or under pressure
* Have an ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports where necessary
* Maintain a high standard of personal presentation
* Demonstrate reliability including the ability to deliver high standards of both punctuality and attendance in order to ensure team effectiveness and availability
* Able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.
* Able to deal calmly and confidently with all demands from the public.
* An understanding of the principles of equality and diversity in relation to visitors' needs.
* Flexible
* SIA - DS
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