Security Officer

Royal Armouries

  • Leeds
  • £26,960 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
JOB TITLE: Security Officer – FTC 6 months£26,959.68 per annumPlease access the Application FormThe Royal Armouries is the United Kingdom’s national museum of arms and armour and one of the most important collections of its type in the world, housed at its headquarters and flagship museum in Leeds, its historic home at the Tower of London, and the Victorian Fort Nelson in Hampshire.We have an exciting opportunity for a Security Officer to join the existing Security team. Reporting to the Security Manager.Key Tasks
  • Undertake general security duties in relation to people, buildings, grounds and assets.
  • Carry out control room duties to include management of security and fire alarm systems.
  • Carry out emergency procedures including evacuations.
  • Assist with enquiries from the public if required and assist with contractor management procedures.
  • Operate core security activities including but not limited to; access control, internal and external patrols, issuing of keys and radios, conduct opening and closing procedures.
  • Identify and report security risks and potential hazards.
  • Play a proactive role as a team member of the operations department.
  • Provide incident reports and complete all daily logs.
  • Any other duties as commensurate with the post.
Hours48 hours 4 on / 4 off. The role will based in Leeds Museum.BenefitsAccess to the discounted bicycles via Bike2Work schemeAccess to free EAP services via the (Employee Assistance Program)27.5 days holiday plus Bank HolidaysGenerous company sick pay schemeGenerous family friendly leaveAccess to discounted staff car parking25% off staff shop10% off food in on-site café (generous discounts on set meals, and reduce cost hot drinks)Pension scheme max employer contribution is 9%Access to free on-line learningSeason ticket loanM-CardA Police Check/ Disclosure will be requested in the event of a successful application. Please refer to the job description for the level of check required. A criminal record would not necessarily be a bar to employment.Please note that all job offers are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, DBS/Police checks and right to work documentation.To apply please visit https://www.cloudonlinerecruitment.co.uk/royalarmouries. Please note you will need to download an application form as directed and upload it via our recruitment system in the space provided. We cannot accept CVs in place of an application form.Closing date: 19/09/25If you do not here from us 14 days after the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.Person SpecificationJob Title: Security OfficerDepartment: Operations DepartmentE = Essential for applicants to meet relevant standard.D = Desirable for applicants to meet the relevant standard.Selection Criteria.CRITERIASTANDARDE/DEVIDENCEQualificationsSIA Certificate and License in Door Supervision or Security GuardingFirst Aid at Work CertificateEECertificate / LicenseCertificateWork & ExperienceExperience in a similar Security-based role in a public, heritage or retail locationEApplicationExperience of working as part of a team in a large organisationEApplicationSkillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and ExcelEApplicationOrganisational skillsEInterview / AssessmentAttention to detail and methodicalEInterview / AssessmentKnowledgeWorking knowledge of up-to-date security protocols and associated processesEInterview / AssessmentExperience of use of radios and security systemsBasic understanding of Data Protection ActEDApplicationInterview / AssessmentAptitudesA team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsEApplicationFlexible and self-motivatedEInterviewAssertive, calm and reliable under pressureEAssessmentA creative and innovative problem solverEAssessment

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