Security Dog Handler

1 day ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom 1st Shield Security Service Full time
1st Shield security Services is one of the UK's most admired security providers. We are proud to deliver exceptional security services, offering our team unique opportunities to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment. As a trusted member of our team, you'll play a critical role in maintaining our industry-leading standards.

As a Security Dog Handler, you will play a vital role in maintaining safety and security on a busy construction site. This active, outdoor role requires vigilance, professionalism, and a proactive approach to ensure a secure environment at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Operations team, you will:
  • Protect clients and their premises, providing a visible and effective security presence.
  • Carry out regular patrols within the boundaries of the construction site.
  • Communicate with clients professionally and effectively.
  • Maintain thorough, up-to-date training records.
  • Write comprehensive reports and keep detailed logs to ensure a smooth and secure operation.

Position Details:
  • Location: Oxford (must be able to commute reliably).
  • Pay: £13 per hour on a self-employed basis.
  • Shifts: 12 hour night shifts Monday to Sunday on a 4 on 3 off roster pattern.

What We're Looking For:

Experience:
  • Minimum 1 year in a security dog handler role.

Qualifications:
  • Essential: Frontline SIA Security License.
  • Essential: L2 handler certification and GP dog qualified to recognized standards.

Personal Attributes:
  • Professional, smart appearance (uniform provided).
  • Strong observational and reporting skills.
  • Punctual, reliable, and able to work effectively outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Proactive and communicative, with a focus on maintaining site safety.
  • Candidates must demonstrate a high level of English proficiency, equivalent to C2 or above on the CEFR scale

Requirements:
  • A full 5-year checkable employment history for BS7858 vetting.
  • Must be fully aware of, and compliant with, the requirements of BS8517:2016 for security dogs
  • A BS8517-standard compliant vehicle for safe and comfortable dog transport, carrying all the necessary equipment specified in the standard, including first aid kits and a suitable dog cage.
  • Self-contained living arrangements (for remote assignments) are preferred.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay: £13 per hour.
  • 24/7 support from our fully staffed control room with lone worker safety protocols in place.
  • Modern welfare facilities at all dog section sites, including kitchen, toilet, drying room, and more.
  • The opportunity to work in a supportive team environment with career growth potential.

Join Our Team:

If you're a reliable and proactive professional ready to secure and protect, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join 1ST Shield Security and take your security career to the next level.

Note: Due to the volume of applications, we will contact shortlisted candidates within 10 days. If you don't hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job Type: Permanent.

Pay: £13.00 per hour.

Benefits:
  • Referral programme.

Schedule:
  • 12 hour shift.

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Oxford OX44: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work. (required).

Experience:
  • Security Dog Handler: 1 year. (required).

Language:
  • English. (required).

Licence/Certification:
  • NASDU L2 Award for a GP Security Dog Team certificate. (required).

Work Location: In person.

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