Residential Security Officer

To provide a security service at the working location in line with the Assignment Instructions and client requirements in order to protect the client’s employees, property, and other assets. To deliver the highest levels of customer service which consistently demonstrate Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.

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  Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off
• Days and nights: 06:00- 18:00 & 18:00- 06:00
• 42 hours per week
• £10.58 per hour
• SIA essential
• Access to own vehicle desirable due to end times and weekend working

• To complete scheduled attendance for the purposes for the covering of meal reliefs, and site patrols of named locations within a defined geographical area.
• To provide additional support to the client in emergency situations for named locations within a defined geographical area.
• Respond to all alarm activities and emergencies with a defined geographical area as directed.
• Access Control - Ensure visitors are correctly screened for authorisation to access property.
• Provide a proactive approach to all security related issues throughout the juration of the duty, utilising both knowledge and technology.
• Ensure residents receive clear guidance and precise guidance is given when managing behaviours.
• Communicating any irregularities to the client.
• Ensure the safety of Staff, Service Users and Visitors.
• Ensuring compliance with government regulation.
• Escorting for smoking/fresh airbrakes at agreed period with housing officer.
• Following procedures for various initiatives including fire presenting, traffic control and accident investigations.
• Guarding valuables in a secure area.
• Liaise with client in respect of Serious incidents.
• Maintaining logs and reporting concerns and incidents
• Monitor/manage key and vulnerable access points – e.g., main/rear entrances, fire exits, secured ground floor windows in communal spaces/restrictions functional.
• Patrolling and securing the area.
• Protecting the company’s assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues.
• Reporting non-compliance with occupancy to housing officer (e.g., smoking in Room)
• Actively works towards ambitious personal goals, demonstrates enthusiasm and energy toward all aspects of work.
• Takes responsibility for one’s own personal impact and development, focusing on increasing self-awareness.
• Shows respect for individual differences and perspectives amongst colleagues.
• Identifies problems within own area of remit and takes responsibility for finding a solution regardless of the causes.
• Reliable and smart in appearance, alert, visible and always have a strong security presence.
• Any other duties as directed by Service Delivery Manage

Essential Skills

• SIA Licence Essential
• 5-year checkable education / work history
• Must have Right to work in the UK
• Ability to transcend to multiple cultures and interact effectively at all levels
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with confidential information.
• Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Customer Service experience.
• Good organizational skills.
• People focused.
• Dependent on location enhanced DBS checks may be required.
• Ability to resolve problems quickly and with integrity.

Desirable

• Fire Warden desirable but not essential (full training can be provided).
• Access to own transport desirable but not essential

About Company

Join Today and Build a Better Tomorrow!

At Securitas we are united by our purpose of helping make your world a safer place, we are committed to ethics, sustainability, and compliance, our core values – Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness .We have created a culture where our people are empowered to be the best they can be.

We believe in celebrating our differences and creating a supportive environment where all voices are heard. Our colleagues are empowered to think big, fail fast and push the boundaries of innovation. As a purpose-led organisation, we aspire to make a difference every day - and we’re looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

Career opportunities to fuel your future, together we can invest in your professional and personal growth. No matter where you are in your career, there are many training and development opportunities. Your career is in your hands, and we will help you maximize your potential!

We are always looking to grow too! That why we have been accredited as a Top Employer 5 years in a row.

Join our team and use your talent and passion to help build a safer, healthier, and more efficient world.

Essential Requirements

• SIA Licence Essential
• 5-year checkable education / work history
• Must have Right to work in the UK
• Ability to transcend to multiple cultures and interact effectively at all levels
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with confidential information.
• Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• Customer Service experience.
• Good organizational skills.
• People focused.
• Dependent on location enhanced DBS checks may be required.
• Ability to resolve problems quickly and with integrity.

Desirable

• Fire Warden desirable but not essential (full training can be provided).
• Access to own transport desirable but not essential