In this high-profile security officer role, you'll ensure the security and safety of the people and premises at a prestigious client site in central London
An experienced Security Officer, with exceptional customer-focus, you will carry out a range of duties including:
* Managing access control for employees, visitors and contractors
* Patrolling the building to detect problems
* Responding to customer requests and queries
* Checking and challenging ID passes with a professional and friendly approach
* De-activating and activating alarms
* Unlocking and locking buildings, rooms, external barriers and gates to ensure that no unauthorised personnel or hazards are on site
* Identifying and reporting Health & Safety issues and carrying out first aid if necessary
* Maintaining records including incident reports using computer- and paper-based systems.
This is full time position covering days and night shifts. Hours of work are 12 hours duration, and as part of a small team you will need to be flexible to support your colleagues.
Substantial experience as a Corporate Security Officer is essential, and to succeed in this role you will also need:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong customer service, team working and collaboration skills
* The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
* The ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports
* Competent IT and administration skills including MS Outlook, Word & Excel
* Professional appearance and demeanour
* Willingness to undertake development training
* An SIA Door Supervision (DS) or Security Guarding (SG) license
* Five years’ checkable history and references
* To pass a criminal records check (CRC) to the required standards
The following would also be useful but are not essential:
* A First Aid at Work qualification
* An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) qualification.