We are seeking an experienced Security Officer for a prominent commercial building in St Pauls. The role requires strong communication skills and a background in high-end commercial security. Key responsibilities include ID checks, responding to emergencies, providing information to staff and visitors, maintaining a clean and professional environment, and ensuring a high level of security through IT-based patrols and surveillance.
Role Details
- Position: Security Officer
- Pay Rate: £14.80 per hour
- Shift Pattern: Nights and Weekends
- Location: London, EC2V - nearest tube: St Pauls
- Role Requirements: Door Supervisor SIA licence
Benefits
- Financial support for SIA licensing and renewal
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance benefits
- Progression, training, and development opportunities
Additional Benefits
- Discounted gym membership
- Discounts at major retailers and travel suppliers
- Restaurant and supermarket vouchers
- Cinema tickets
- Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme
Main Duties
- Act as a point of contact and information centre for staff and visitors
- Always conduct yourself in a professional manner
- Ensure all instructions, written or verbal, are adhered to
- Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, and restraining trespassers
- Conduct foot patrols within defined areas as an effective deterrent to protect property and assets
- Investigate and take appropriate lawful action as authorized by corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety and fire incidents
- Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations, surveillance footage, and signatures
- Excellent communication skills at all levels - verbally, written, phone, and security radios
- Effectively operate all pass systems relevant to the assignment
- Lawful searches of vehicles and persons in accordance with instructions issued
- Practical working knowledge of all current and applicable firefighting equipment
- Sound working knowledge of health and safety instructions pertaining to assigned duties
- The ability to operate basic switchboard equipment effectively
Must Haves
- Valid SIA licence
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- High level of self presentation
- IT literate - ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment
- Quick thinking and problem solving skills
- A positive attitude to dealing with people and taking on challenges
At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities.