About The Company
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.
About The Role
SHIFT PATTERN - Covering shifts across Days/Nights/Weekends and Public Holidays
A Front‑of‑House (FOH) Security Officer is the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and contractors entering a building or site. They combine customer service with security professionalism, helping maintain a safe, welcoming, and well‑managed environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Access Control
o Monitor and manage entry and exit points.
o Verify ID badges, visitor passes, and contractor authorisation.
o Prevent unauthorised access.
o Maintain accurate visitor logs.
* Customer Service & Reception Duties
o Greet visitors and provide directions or assistance.
o Handle enquiries courteously and professionally.
o Coordinate with reception staff or building management.
* Monitoring & Patrols
o Conduct regular patrols of the premises to identify risks.
o Monitor CCTV systems (if part of role).
o Report hazards, maintenance issues, and suspicious behaviour.
* Incident Response
o Respond to alarms, disturbances, or emergencies.
o Follow site‑specific incident response procedures.
o Provide clear communication to control rooms or emergency services.
* Safety & Compliance
o Enforce health and safety protocols, including fire safety procedures.
o Assist during evacuations or building lockdowns.
o Conduct security checks on bags, deliveries, or vehicles (if required).
* Conflict Management
o De‑escalate tense situations using effective communication.
o Manage difficult or aggressive individuals professionally.
o Record incidents accurately for follow‑up or investigation.
* Reporting & Documentation
o Write detailed incident reports.
o Complete daily occurrence logs.
o Communicate issues to supervisors or facilities/security management.
Skills & Qualities Needed
* Strong communication and customer service skills.
* Professional, calm, and approachable manner.
* Good situational awareness and observation ability.
* Ability to follow procedures and remain consistent.
* Conflict management and de‑escalation skills.
* Reliability and integrity.
Additional Requirements
All successful applicants will be required to undergo screening and vetting in line with BS7858 standards.
How To Apply
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.
We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
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