Security Officer

Securitas

  • Swindon
  • £12.74 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Company Description🚨Security Officer Opportunity - Swindon🚨Are you passionate about maintaining a safe and secure environment?We are looking for a dedicated Security Officer to join our professional team and play a key role in safeguarding our operations🌟You will work as part of a great team to ensure the highest level of security for our client, safeguarding both premises and personnel.Key Details:
  • Hours: on average 42 hours per week🕒
  • Salary: £12.74 per hour💰
  • Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off nights
  • Location: Swindon
  • Must have a valid CCTV SIA Licence
If you're ready to take the next steps in your career, join a dynamic team and play a key role in safeguarding our clients, we want to hear from you! Apply now to take advantage of this rewarding and challenging opportunity!✨Job DescriptionProtection of Property and Premises
  • Reception environment
  • Prevent and deter unauthorised access to site.
  • Provide traffic control and apply parking restrictions as required.
  • Carry out routine tests of security equipment where appropriate.
  • Manage keys and perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
  • Ensure any equipment provided by the customer and Securitas is managed in accordance with procedures detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
  • Maintain all logbooks and records as detailed in the Assignment Instructions.
  • Issue visitor/contractor passes in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
  • Deal with lost property in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
Health and Safety
  • Provide support, guidance, and information to all staff, visitors, and contractors whilst ensuring safeguarding of the premises.
  • Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times. Record and report all faults, health and safety hazards, and unsafe working practices to supervisor/manager. Report and record all accidents in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
  • Ensure all walkways and emergency escape routes are always kept clear.
  • Report any usage of First Aid equipment and shortfalls in the contents of First Aid boxes.
  • Notify the Securitas Operations Centre (SOC) in the event of any emergencies and follow the instructions given.
  • Investigate the cause of all fire alarm activations.
Prevent Loss and Waste
  • Report instances of property at risk of being lost, stolen, damaged and/or vandalised.
  • During patrols, switch off unnecessary lights and close windows.
Prevent and Deter Crime
  • Operate radios, pagers, clocking equipment, and any other physical security equipment used on site.
  • Operate customer's 'stop and search' policies when required.
  • Carry out initial investigations and report both verbally and in writing on incidents, suspicious activities, objects, and vehicles.
Customer Service
  • Display an outstanding level of customer service.
  • Take responsibility for problems that staff and visitors may have.
  • Display the highest standard of personal presentation and smartness of uniform to maintain the image of Securitas and the customer.
  • Answer telephone calls professionally and in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
Demonstrate understanding and engagement with the Securitas Core Values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, whilst showing a natural ability to recognise risk within the workplace and consider safety as a priority, complying with relevant policies, procedures and training as provided by the CompanyQualifications
  • CCTV SIA license
  • First Aid at work
  • Customer Service Experience/ Security Experience
  • Must be able to commute and live a reasonable distance from site
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Computer Skills
  • 5 year checkable work history
  • Customer Service experience.
  • Good organisational skills.
Additional InformationIt's great to see you're considering a career with us here at Securitas UK! You're one step away from joining our global team of over 375,000 professionals.Why Choose Securitas UK?At Securitas UK, we are on a mission to make the world a safer place, driven by our core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. We foster empowerment, innovation, and growth, offering industry-leading training and career development opportunities.What You Can ExpectApplying for a new role can be exciting yet daunting. Our dedicated Recruitment Team carefully reviews every application, and we appreciate your patience. Need support? We're here to help-just drop us an email.Diversity & Inclusion: Be Yourself at SecuritasWe are an all-inclusive employer, embracing individuality and diversity as key to our success. Our belonging strategy focuses on:
  • Career Growth: Clear pathways from apprenticeships to leadership programs.
  • Inclusive Leadership: A culture of respect, transparency, and collaboration.
  • Fair Pay & Benefits: Competitive, equitable compensation and benefits.
Our Commitment to YouWe support our workforce through initiatives such as:
  • Employee Networks - Safe spaces to connect and influence policies for change.
  • Race at Work Charter & Armed Forces Covenant - Supporting equality and inclusion.
  • Disability Confident Employer - Ensuring accessibility with our Reasonable Adjustment Passport. With our Level 2 Disability Confident Employer Certification - We commit to guaranteeing an interview to anyone who discloses a disability at screening, providing they live within the location requirements.
  • Health & Well-being Programs - Mental health support and workplace wellness.
  • Neurodiversity Top Employer Certification - Leading inclusivity for neurodivergent individuals.
We celebrate diversity year-round with events like BSL Week, International Women's Day, PRIDE, and Black History Month and so much more!Take the Next StepJoin us and be part of a team that values you. Click 'I'm Interested' and start your career with Securitas UK today!

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