Security Officer

1 week ago


Darlington, United Kingdom Vigilant Security Full time

Vigilant Security are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team at Darlington Memorial Hospital on a full-time, permanent contract. This position may suit anyone who has previous experience within the Security, Hospitality or Customer Service Industry, or someone looking to start a new career.

You must be able to work as part of a team and be able to carry out specific instructions set by the client. As an approved SIA ACS Contractor, Vigilant Security sit at the top 5% of security providers which benchmarks the high quality of procedures and training that all staff undergo.

**Your Role**:
You will provide a professional, responsive and observant security presence. The Security Officer duties on this site are varied they will include elements of reception duties, as well as customer facing duties, patrolling and site inspections. Communication and Customer Service skills are essential for the job as you will engage with clients and visitors throughout each shift. A high quality of security will be given whilst staying alert to any potential risks or threats to the location, its assets and people.

**Benefits of working with us**:

- Full and ongoing training with a view for career development including opportunities to progress.
- Competitive annual leave
- Company uniform provided
- Pay Rate £12.21 per hour
- Shift pattern - 4 on 4 off
- Option to join HSF which offers money back for you and your family on health care expenses such as dental and optical services.
- Employee App, so you have access to the latest company announcements
- Reward and Recognition scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme

**About us**:
Vigilant Security cover a range of security related services including manned guarding, mobile patrols and keyholding.

We currently employ 1000 members of staff across the UK and cover a range of security related services including manned guarding, mobile patrols and keyholding. High standards are embedded in the DNA of the company and we pride ourselves on delivering seamless service to our clients. We currently have an annual turnover of £45 million per annum and a forecast for continued growth throughout the next five years.

We are Investors in People Gold accredited and believe that we are only as good as the people we employ, so staff welfare, support and development, is an absolute priority for us. We ensure our staff from the outset are given the skills required to be competent.
- SIA licence essential
- Excellent communication & administration skills
- Reliable with excellent time-management skills
- Smart, well-groomed and confident
- Customer Care Awareness
- Telephone/switchboard skills
- First Aid training would be an advantage
- IT literacy would be an advantage
- Fully comprehensive 5 year work/education history


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