Security Officer - Port of Felixstowe
This is a full-time role working a pattern of 2 days, 2 nights and 4 off. You will be trained and work in a variety of roles including Access Control Points, Search Team and Gates.
A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months is required for this role as you will be driving a company vehicle.
Hours are either 1900-0700 or 0700-1900.
Salary is £14.56 per hour.
Responsibilities
* Providing Maritime Security under International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS)
* Conducting various searches of vehicles entering the Restricted Area under ISPS
* Providing a customer-friendly, reassuring, and professional security presence
* Communicating with the Port Police, reporting any suspicious activity, packages or discrepancies with ID or searches
* Monitoring and controlling access to the Restricted Area via Access Control Points
* Checking and controlling the egress of HGVs leaving the Port
Main Duties
* Ensure access control to the Port using vehicle access barriers at Access Points
* Monitor access to gatehouses and safe walkways for pedestrian access
* Verify driver documentation and identification
* Verify vehicle identification documentation
* Ensure compliance with DfT regulations on vehicle searches (internal or external)
* Ensure compliance with DfT regulations on personal searches
* Control egress of containers/trailers at Gate 1 & 2 and ensure accuracy of ANPR
* Provide a visual deterrent
* Liaise with port and statutory authorities (police and Border Force) as required
Qualifications and Requirements
* SIA Security Guarding licence or Door Supervisor licence is essential
* Full driving licence (duty may involve driving around the port for search duties)
* Proven work experience as a Security Officer or equivalent position
* Experience of delivering excellent customer service
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Some computer experience and ability to write clear daily reports
* Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols
* Experience working as part of a team or independently
* Understanding of the Health and Safety at Work Act
Benefits
* Market‑leading flexible benefits scheme tailored to lifestyle
* Virtual GP available for you and household members via video or phone
* Salary Finance scheme allowing access to 50% of earned pay before payday (small fee)
* Discounts through MiDeals platform at retailers, gyms, etc.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Life cover of the greater of equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000
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