Weekend Security Officer

EQUANS is recruiting for a Weekend Security Officer to be based in University of Brighton, Lewes Road, BN2 4AT. This is a permanent part time role working 24 hours per week. On offer is a salary of £17,063.40 per annum and benefits package.

Shift Pattern: 

Saturday + Sunday  7am-7pm

What will you deliver?

The Security officer is responsible  for security  integrity  of  the Mithras Halls  student  accommodation  campus, with  804  residents.  To  guard,  patrol  and protect, buildings, in accordance with the assignment  instructions. To fulfil Health &  Safety  responsibilities  by  adherence  to  the  requirements  of  the  Company's Health  &  Safety  Policy  and  Health  &  Safety Management  Plans.  To  ensure  that access  control,  visitor monitoring  and booking  systems  are  complied with  and  to ensure  efficient  and  smooth  operations  for  producing  excellent  feedback  and resident  satisfaction.  Responds  in  a  professional  and  courteous  manner  by providing accurate and timely information and services. To be 1st responder to all out  of  hours  calls  relating  to  the  building,  make  safe where  applicable  and   co-ordinate with the National Operation Centre to escalate the call where required.

What can we offer you?

Generous holiday allowance.

Company share scheme.

2 paid volunteering days a year.

Cycle to work scheme.

Season ticket loan.

Employee assistance programme.

Who are we looking for?

• SIA / CCTV licence
• Excellent knowledge and working experience in a high-profile security
industry/customer focused environment.
• Knowledge of public safety and security
• Knowledge of standard security and safety protocols.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments.
• Working knowledge of relevant computer applications.
• First aider 

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.  
 
Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group. 

Our ambition 

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.  
 
We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day. 
 
What's next? 
 
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 
 
As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.  

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.  

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. 

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 
 
The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers