Relief Security Officer

**Purpose**

**To provide security services at various sites across a defined geographical area as required. Protecting the customer’s employees, property and other assets in line with the relevant Assignment Instructions and site-specific customer requirements. Delivering the highest levels of customer service which consistently demonstrate Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.**

**Responsibilities**

**Protection of Property and Premises**

Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site. Monitor fire alarms, intruder alarms and CCTV as appropriate.

Conduct external and internal security patrols as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.

Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.

Ensure any equipment provided by the customer and Securitas is managed in accordance with procedures detailed in the Assignment Instructions.

Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.

Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

Deal with lost property in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

**Health and Safety**

To provide support, guidance and information to all staff, visitors and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises.

Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times. Record and report all faults, health and safety hazards and unsafe working practices to supervisor/manager. Report and record all accidents in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.

Ensure all walkways and emergency escape routes are always kept clear.

Report any usage of First Aid equipment and shortfalls in the contents of First Aid boxes.

**Prevent Loss and Waste**

Report instances of property at risk of being lost, stolen, damaged and/or vandalised.

During patrols, switch off unnecessary lights and close windows.

**Prevent and Deter Crime**

Operate radios, pagers, clocking equipment and any other physical security equipment used on site.

Carry out initial investigations and report both verbally and in writing on incidents, suspicious activities, objects, and vehicles.

**Customer Service**

Display an outstanding level of customer service.

Take responsibility for problems that staff, and visitors may have.

Display the highest standard of personal presentation and smartness of uniform to maintain the image of Securitas and the customer.

**Other responsibilities**

Book on at the beginning of each shift and make check calls in accordance with Company policy.

Ensure all paperwork is completed in a timely fashion and conduct effective handover procedures.

Undertake any other duties as requested by Branch Management.

**Essential Skills**

Must hold a valid SIA Licence.

Must have the right to work in the UK.

Must be over 18.

**Have a five year checkable employment history or be able to produce documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment or full and part-time education during that period.**

No current criminal convictions.

A full UK driving licence and own transport is highly desirable.

The ability to embody and uphold the Securitas core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.

Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.

Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Be punctual and reliable.

Be willing and able to work shifts covering days, nights and week-ends.

Be sensitive towards and show an understanding of the requirements of people with disabilities or special needs.

**Salary**: £10.42 per hour

Expected hours: 36 - 52 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bellshill, ML4 3RA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
**Experience**:

- security: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- SIA (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person