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Company Overview
ASEL is part of the Argenbright Holdings Group, a privately owned USD 2.2bn organisation founded in 1979 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. ASEL designs, develops and delivers bespoke security solutions that merge people, technology and processes to achieve results‑driven outcomes. Our risk advisory practice uses data and insight to identify and mitigate risk, inform strategy, prevent crime and reduce cost. We value authenticity, transparency and integrity to build trust with our clients.
Role Details
Location: Kirkcaldy
Hours: 30 hours a week
Shift Pattern: Thursday to Sunday (30 hours a week)
Hourly Rate:£12.50
Key Responsibilities
* Patrol the shop floor and deter criminal activity.
* Assess and identify vulnerabilities, and work proactively to minimize risk.
* Liaise with management and local authorities when applicable.
* Manage vulnerable persons with empathy to avoid causing distress.
* Complete colleague and contractor searches in line with customer company policy.
* Digitally report incidents and use tablets/phones for daily activity planning.
* Provide detailed and legible incident reports to assist the client and local authorities.
The Person
To be an effective Security Officer you must be a confident communicator, capable of providing detailed verbal and written accounts of incidents. You should be welcoming and patient with customers, and able to handle conflict in a professional manner.
Required Experience and Qualifications
You must have a valid SIA licence. Previous experience in a retail security role is an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided. Applicants must be able to provide a full 5‑year checkable work or education history. Should you be selected for an interview, please bring your right‑to‑work documents and a recent proof of address.
Benefits
* SIA Licence Renewal support.
* Auto‑enrolment pension scheme.
* Investment in training.
* Perkbox incentive scheme, including discounts and an employee assistance programme.
* Company uniform provided.
* Perkbox recognition - rewards and discount platform.
* Apprenticeship opportunities.
* Employee of the Month scheme (£50).
* 110% Club for outstanding performers allowing large prizes and monetary rewards.
* WageStream - flexible wage application to pull wages earlier than payday.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Progression opportunities within the company.
* Ongoing training.
Equality & Diversity
ASEL values diverse skills and experience and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees. We encourage inclusion, equality, diversity, leadership and management to retain the best talent.
Job Classification
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries: Security and Investigations
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