Security Officer

Allied Universal are recruiting for a highly motivated, reliable and ambitious Security Officer to join one of their prestigious sites in Ipswich.

We are looking for security personnel who are passionate about creating a safe and secure environment all whilst delivering customer service to the highest level and genuinely caring for residents, colleagues and the building they work in and have the ability to deliver a kind and personal service in a busy environment and carve out a career with the biggest name in security.

This is a 42-hour contract. When on site, you will need to be flexible Monday to Sunday, for a day and night shift rotation. This is on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern.

The rate of pay is £13.60 per hour.

For this position, you will need to hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor or SIA Security Guarding license.

• To conduct comprehensive patrols of the building, both internally and externally, reporting any faults or safety concerns to Building Management or maintenance teams
• Manage the loading bay traffic ensuring all vehicles are constantly supervised and ensure all administrative tasks are completed in regards to contractors permits to work.
• Act as ambassador for the building and always maintain a welcoming approach and professional appearance.
• Welcome all staff and guests into the building with a genuine greeting and respond to people with a smile or reassuring gesture.
• Maintain excellent site knowledge of both the building and surrounding area in order to effectively answer any questions from building users.
• To have excellent timekeeping and organisational skills.
• Be aware of personal responsibilities regarding the site policies and procedures and relevant UK domestic legislation directives and comply with them.
• Be observant and have a full understanding of building security SOPs and EOPs in order to ensure the security of the building and its users.
• Observe Health and Safety and manual handling risk assessment practices in line with the site Assignment Instructions and SOP's.
• To be aware of personal boundaries of work and to understand the term 'Duty of Care' and to always …
• The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and officers will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the changing role within the organisation.

• To have over 1 year experience in security, preferably in a corporate environment.
• To be part of the team culture and respect your colleagues.
• First class Communication skills at all different levels.
• Being well groomed and always immaculately presented.
• Share ideas at how we can improve our own performance and how we can improve our service - delivery.
• Have a genuine, warm, and positive winning mentality.
• Be able to follow instruction but also be an able to make critical decision when required.
• Be comfortable at taking ownership of questions and issues, then find appropriate solutions.

• £13.60 per hour
• 5.6 weeks holiday per year, 8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays (subject to shift pattern and accrual)
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance benefit
• Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
• Contributory Healthcare Scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Progression, training and development opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free uniform provided

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