Security Officer

2 days ago

Arborfield RG TG, United Kingdom Ward Security Full time £27,859 per year

Do you have previous security experience and excellent communication skills? Do you provide exceptional customer service and always maintain a professional demeanour? Can you keep a positive mindset with any challenge that comes your way?

…Apply now

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Security Officer to safeguard a prominent facility in Reading.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, ensuring a clean and professional environment, and maintaining a high level of security. You will possess a robust background in the security sector, demonstrate proficiency in IT systems, excel in multitasking, and maintain a professional and polished demeanour alongside excellent personal presentation.

Excellent communication skills are essential. Within this role, you will carry out ID checks, respond to emergencies and provide information to all staff and visitors as and when necessary.

Role: Security Officer

Pay Rate: £13.66 per hour

Shift Pattern: Days and Nights, 12hrs a day (2 weeks roster: week1 - 3 off, 4 nights; week 2 - 3 nights, 2 off, 2 days)

Location: Reading

Role Requirements: SIA License and CCTV Licence

Benefits include:

  • Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
  • Company Pension scheme
  • Life Assurance benefits
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Progression, training, and development opportunities

Additional benefits we offer via our ReWard membership:

  • Discounted gym membership
  • Discounts at major retailers and travel suppliers
  • Restaurant and Supermarket vouchers
  • Cinema tickets
  • Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme

Must have:

  • Valid SIA licence
  • Good customer service and communication skills
  • Proven work experience as a Security Officer (min 1year)
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Professional attitude and appearance
  • Have an ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports where necessary.
  • Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Experience within a Cooperate Security (min 1year)
  • Surveillance skills and detail orientation
  • 5-year checkable work history
  • IT literate- Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment

Main Duties:

  • Act as a point of contact and information centre to staff and visitors.
  • Ensure all visitors and other callers to the company are given sufficient information by giving clear, concise information in person and over the phone or email.
  • Report any issues to the supervisor or duty manager
  • Always conduct yourself in a professional manner
  • Respond to emergencies
  • Deal with conflict in an appropriate manner if required
  • Write up incidents to the standard expected by Management
  • Carry out ID checks
  • Be vigilant to the Health and Safety risks
  • Work on own initiative
  • Ensures that the reception area, foyer, staff area, and board room are kept clean by supervising cleaning staff members.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.66 per hour

Work Location: In person

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