Security Officer

About the role

Security Officer - Exciting Opportunities in Barrow-In-Furness

We’re offering the perfect chance to join our team as a Security Officer, be one of the first to join a brand-new team of officers working for a new client of Securitas, a global leader in green energy efficiency.

Embark on an exciting career with Securitas as a key player within our organisation. Holding a door supervisor license, you will not only bring your wealth of experience in Security Officer services but also contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our security operations. If you don’t currently hold a door supervisor license, don’t worry we will provide the training for you to achieve this.

Apply now and seize the opportunity to be part of a rewarding and challenging experience.

Due to the nature of the site, we require an additional level of security clearance and so you must be a British National and have lived in the UK for 5 years.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

1. Meet, greet and assist visitors/staff/contractors in a professional and friendly manner.
2. Carry out daily site patrols, focusing on health and safety, security and fault finding.
3. Monitoring and analysing CCTV camera footage.
4. Ensuring compliance with government regulations.
5. Maintain the Front of House area to ensure a professional and tidy appearance.
6. Assist in an emergency i.e. fire evacuation and conduct staff search where required.
7. Always maintain an alert and vigilant approach, to ascertain any potential threats or changes within the work environment and take the appropriate steps to reduce disruption, loss or damage.
8. Maintain accurate log/record of all visitors, staff, contractors, activities, couriers, and incidents.
9. The role of Security Officer ensures the safety and security of customers, employees, premises, and property whilst maintaining and adding to the overall experience of the customer.
10. Ensure that there is a thorough handover after each shift with Security personnel.

What we can offer you:

1. A permanent position with a guaranteed 42 hours per week, working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
2. £12.94 per hour.
3. Free on-site parking - no more parking struggles!
4. Free lunches while onsite.
5. Work in friendly and pleasing environment.
6. On-site training to develop your skills and advance your career.
7. Financial benefits: Company pension, life assurance, mortgage advice, and more.
8. Wellbeing support: Dental and physical health plans, learning and development opportunities.
9. Exclusive discounts: Car leasing schemes, high-street brands, online shopping, and even a Costco membership!

Essential Skills

What we need from you:

1. A valid SIA Licence.
2. A current Door Supervisor’s (DS) license or committed to achieving this license with our support.
3. Ability to travel to site (no further than 30 miles commute).
4. Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including days, nights, and weekends.
5. Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history (enhanced screening required).
6. Must be a British National and have lived in the UK for the past 5 years (this is due to the nature of the site and the requirement for additional screening).
7. Proficient in written and speaking English language.
8. Professional and customer focused individual with IT literacy (Microsoft office suite).

Creating an Inclusive Environment

Securitas is an all-inclusive employer, and we encourage individuality within our company. We believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords, but integral parts of our business strategy. Our goal is to create an environment where every employee feels that they belong regardless of their background or identity. Our belonging strategy has three pillars:

• how you join us and develop your career,
• the way we lead our teams,
• fair pay and benefits.

To achieve this, we have a number of initiatives: employee networks which are a safe space to build communities and influence practices, Race at Work Charter, Armed Forces Covenant, Disability Confident, Reasonable Adjustment Passport, Domestic Abuse Charter, Healthy Workplace Awards and we are leading the way in the Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification. We celebrate our differences throughout the year by recognising significant dates such as BSL Week, International Women's Day, PRIDE, Black History Month and many more.

If you want to learn more visit our website.