Student Accommodation Security Officer

**SCOPE**:
Consortio Security are looking to recruit 1 new Security Officers for Manchester Dwell, Lower Chatham Street M1 5SX.

This role would suit someone who is flexible, able to think on their feet who is able to constantly prioritise tasks ensuring that the most important issues are dealt with first and foremost.

Previous student accommodation experience would be beneficial but not essential as long as you have a ‘’can do attitude’’ and a ‘’will to succeed’’ you will be successful in the recruitment process and the subsequent role.

**MAIN DUTIES**:
Main Duties include: Controlling access and egress to site, booking staff and visitors onto the site, patrolling the site internally and externally, parcel management, immediate first aid management prior to the emergency services attending the site, fire evacuation and testing procedures, coordinating safe movement of staff and visitors whilst they are on site as well as incident management.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
Purpose of the role: To provide an efficient and professional security service to Consortio Security’s clients as specified, demonstrating the highest levels of professionalism, customer service and integrity.

**DUTIES**:
Control access and egress, utilising the equipment and systems provided

Ensure clients’ staff, property and other assets are secure

Answer all enquiries courteously and professionally

Accurately operate designated alarm systems

Monitor CCTV footage for protection of property and assets

Complete the daily log, noting all appropriate activity

Produce accurate reports as and when needed

Conduct sufficient internal and external patrols to ensure security of all zones utilizing technical capabilities

Ensure all procedures, site / assignment instructions and protocols are followed at all times; being particularly diligent when in an emergency situation

Maintain tidy and clean work areas

Dealing with post and parcels and then signing them out to residents

Ensuring personal boundaries are adhered to at all times making sure that the line is never crossed

Be an effective ambassador for Consortio, always smart and diligent with high levels of integrity

Previous Student Accommodation in a fast paced environment would be beneficial.

**SHIFT PATTERNS AVAILABLE**:
The site will operate the following shift pattern:
4 on and 4 off nights - 42 hours weekly

With scope for extra hours as and when the team take holidays, are off sick or have compassionate issues.

**Benefits**

**Pay As You Earn Salary**

Our PAYE app allows you to manage your salary as you earn it through the month, giving you the freedom to draw down as needed.

**Pension Scheme**

Enrolment onto the Nest pension scheme with live access to your pension pot, information on how it is performing and a host of other financial guidance and support.

**Annual Leave**

5.6 weeks of paid leave inclusive of bank holidays pro rata

**VDU eyecare vouchers at Specsavers**

Included is a full eye test, £49 off glasses or discounts for more expensive glasses if preferred.

**Personal Development Opportunities**

Personal development is just as important as your career development during your time with us. Continuous development is available to all at Consortio Security with our on and off-job training programmes, upskilling via our eLearning platform and our appraisal process to develop the key targets and goals to progress your career.

**Charitable Giving and Community**

As we work extensively within the student accommodation sector, the issue of student mental health is close to our heart. Each year, we donate a portion of our income to the charity Student Minds, who do important work increasing awareness and support for the mental health of our student community.

**Employee Excellence Awards**

When an employee of ours performs an exceptional feat of bravery, service or competence, we are eager to recognise their dedication in our newsletter and provide a deserving reward. This happens not just once a year, but every single month at Consortio Security.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £9.50 per hour

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- MANCHESTER: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- SIA (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)

Work Location: One location