Security Officer

2 months ago


Portsmouth, United Kingdom Securitas Security Services Full time
About the Role

Security Officer

Portsmouth, PO3

£13.35 per hour

MUST BE A BRITISH NATIONAL

Full-Time Permanent Contract – 42 hours per week + Overtime - DAYS, NIGHTS & WEEKENDS

Are you looking to work with a well-known client in the Portsmouth area? Are you seeking to further your career in the security industry? Then read on, as this Security Officer role could be the opportunity you have been waiting for


Job Opportunity

The Role

At Securitas, a Security Officer is at the forefront of providing professional security services for our client. Duties range from patrol to surveillance to bag checks to liaising with our client and more.

Reporting to the onsite Supervisor, you will be based on a large site for our international, defence sector client. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of security standards to the highest levels, being proactive in the undertaking of standard operating procedures.

In addition, your role as a Security Officer will include:

-        Reporting to the onsite Supervisor to ensure your duties are being carried out in accordance with site and business need

-        Playing a vital security role in protecting critical information and assets for our defence sector client

-        Protecting company assets of our client

-        Carrying out patrols across a large facility, walking perimeters both internally and externally

-        Remaining alert and vigilant to detect and deter any suspicious or threatening activity and retaining full control until the authorities arrive

-        Ensuring health and safety procedures are always followed

-        Recording and reporting all faults, health, and safety hazards

-        Operating radios other physical security equipment used on site

-        Carrying out initial investigations and report both verbally and in writing on incidents, suspicious activities, objects, and vehicles

-        Retaining full control of any threatening behaviour until the arrival of the police or any other external agency


Essential Skills

What we need from you to become a Security Officer at Securitas

 

-        Hold a current, valid SIA licence or be willing to obtain one through Securitas

-        Due to National Security requirements of our client, you must have held British nationality for the last five years as a minimum

-        Provide valid proof of right to work in the UK and pass security clearance

-        Be able to work well individually and as part of a team

-        Be prepared to work outside in all 4 seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter

-        Be able to communicate clearly in written and verbal formats

-        Be able to make timely and informed decisions which you can justify

-        Be reasonably fit, as walking and foot patrols are required

-        A flexible and responsive approach to balance changing needs, requirements, and urgencies

-        A commitment and understanding of delivering high levels of customer services

 

Sound like a Security Officer role with Securitas is the job for you? Click apply to start the application process and your journey with Securitas today

Other organisations may call this role Security Guard, Security Executive, Security Assistant, Security & Facilities Officer, Security & Maintenance Officer, Security & Reception Officer, Security Specialist and Patrol Officer.  


Benefits

Health & Wellbeing

  • Company pension and advice and planning
  • Life assurance scheme
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Wellness advice and support, including financial, emotional and physical
  • Dental and Physical Health Plans


Lifestyle Benefits

  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Car lease and new car purchasing schemes
  • Discounts on high street brands, online shopping, holidays, days out and Arriva Bus Travel
  • Mortgage Advise
  • Payroll ISA's
  • Eligibility for Costco Membership


Learning & Development

  • Support with further education
  • 100's of eLearning courses
  • Accredited courses by C&G, ILM, IOSH and SIA
  • Leadership Development programs both local and global


Giving Back

  • Payroll Giving
  • Working with charities such as Calderwood House, KPMB and Wooden Spoon
  • Supporting local community initiatives
  • Supporting people back to work with organisations such as TalkBack and Downs-Syndrome Org



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