Opportunities at TCS - Security Guard

Serco; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000

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Security Guard
TCS Oakhanger - GU35 9JE
Competitive salaries plus benefits

Serco are seeking dedicated and professional individuals to join our talent pool for future Security Guard roles. Whether you are an experienced security professional or someone looking to embark on a career in this field, we invite you to express your interest and be considered for upcoming positions.

Reporting to the Senior Security Guard on the TCS contract at MOD Oakhanger, the role will involve undertaking all physical security duties as and when required including patrolling, searching and escorting visitors and contractors and maintaining the integrity of the site.

This role will require you to have excellent attention to detail, time keeping and great customer service skills. If you are interested, register today and take the first step towards a secure future.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Comply with and contribute to the requirements of the contract and KPIs and the Business Continuity Plan.
• Comply with the Serco Policy Standards, GSOPs, CSOPs, LOPs and local MOD TCS procedures.
• Adhere to Safety Risk and Compliance objectives set by Serco Defence and contribute to their completion.
• Respond to changes in the Home Office threat levels and MOD Counter Terrorist Response Levels as instructed by higher authority.
• Act as first line defence to support the TCS site mission.
• Carry out patrols and escorting duties, vehicle and bag searches as required.
• Operation of site CCTV and site security systems.
• Liaise with fellow Site Security personnel and outside agencies as required.
• Working day and night shifts.

Requirements for role:

• Hold or be able to obtain SC Security Clearance.
• Hold a Security Industry Authority Licence (SIA) to include First Aid at Work certificate; however, non-license holders will be considered if willing to undertake relevant training courses.
• Hold a valid Full UK - Manual Driving Licence and willingness to drive company vehicles.
• UK Citizenship or Eligible UK Passport holder.
• References will be confirmed prior to Formal offer of employment.
• Good people and communication skills.

Desirables for role:

• Experience of working in a secure government environment.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Previous experience in Security Role.
• Current SIA licence holder - minimum security guarding.

What we offer:

• Salary: Competitive salaries and flex allowance for shift.
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave, no bank holiday entitlement.
• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
• ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period.
• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.

To discover more about our careers in Defence, meet our team, and to find out more about what we offer, please follow this link. We’re also a signatory of the UK Governments Women in Defence Charter, to find out more please click here.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens, we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.