Security
Officer (103jc) – Central London - £38k + Benefits
My
client who are a group of companies are now seeking to recruit a Security
Officer to join their newly established in house security team.
You
will be reporting to the Security Manager, and you will join their Mobile
Response Team. This challenging and dynamic role requires individuals who can
adapt to various situations and maintain a high level of vigilance. The
position involves shift-based work covering days, nights, weekends, and bank
holidays, with various shift patterns to ensure round-the-clock security
coverage for our clients.
Therefore,
your duties and responsibilities will include:
·
Alarm
and CCTV Response: Promptly respond to all alarm activations and CCTV alerts at
client premises which includes assess situations quickly and accurately, taking
appropriate action as per established protocols.
·
Patrols:
Conduct thorough internal and external patrols at various client locations and
identify and report any security vulnerabilities or suspicious activities.
·
Locks
and Unlocks: Perform secure opening and closing procedures at client premises,
ensuring all entry and exit points are properly secured, following specific
client instructions for different sites.
·
Shift
Handover: Provide comprehensive and clear handovers at the end of each shift
and document all significant events, incidents, and observations in detail.
·
Vehicle
Maintenance: Take responsibility for the care and upkeep of assigned patrol
vehicles during shifts and promptly report any damage, mechanical issues, or
maintenance needs to the operations manager.
·
Additional
Duties: Be prepared to undertake other reasonable security-related tasks as
required by the business and adapt to changing client needs and security
situations.
·
Shift
Coverage: Demonstrate willingness to cover additional shifts when requested to
help maintain consistent security coverage during staff absences or periods of
high demand.
To
be eligible for this role will include:
·
SIA
Licence: Hold a valid Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence, either as a
Security Guard or Door Supervisor as well keeping the licence up to date and
adhere to all SIA regulations.
·
Geographical
Knowledge: Possess comprehensive knowledge of the London area, including main
routes, landmarks, and potential high-risk zones.
·
Security
Experience: Have previous experience in the security industry, preferably in
mobile response roles and Understand security protocols, risk assessment, and
incident management.
·
First
Aid Certification: Hold a valid First Aid at Work (FAAW) certification at
minimum.
·
Communication
Skills: Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in
English and be able to write clear, concise reports and communicate effectively
with clients, colleagues, and if necessary, law enforcement.
·
Problem-Solving
Attitude: Exhibit a "can do" attitude and ability to think creatively
when faced with challenges as well as contribute ideas for improving security
processes and service quality.
·
Driving
Licence: Possess a full, clean UK driving licence, however candidates with up
to 3 points may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
·
IT
Competency: Possess at a good level of IT skills and be comfortable using
security software, communication devices, and basic computer applications.
·
Local
Residence: Living in the London area is preferred for quicker response times
and better local knowledge.
·
Work
Ethic: Demonstrate high levels of reliability, punctuality, and flexibility as
well as show diligence and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
·
The
ability to speak Spanish would also be very useful, but not essential.
The
ideal candidate would be someone probably at the Pte to Cpl level, who is
seeking a solid role where you will be able to plan your work cycle 3 to 4
months in the future, as you will be working a 3-day, 3 night and 3 off shift
rotation.
In
return they are offering a starting salary of £38,000 with a good benefits
package which include 20 days + Bank Holidays, Private Healthcare, Company
Pension (Nest), and Life Assurance.
For
more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd
on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8013/security-officer