Multi-Skilled Operative

Sodexo -
Ashford

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Job details

£13.21 - £13.25 an hour
12 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Transport links
Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

Customer service
SIA
IT
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Introduction

- 42 Hours per week
- 4 on 4 off
- £13.21 per hour
- Access to Sodexo rewards and benefits!
- SIA Licence desirable (but not essential)
- Calm and confident approach under pressure
- Strong sense of integrity and responsibility
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Great attention to detail and observational awareness
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative
- Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems and reporting tools/Radio devices
- Onsite learning provided
- Uniform Provided
- This is a diverse and rewarding role, so we're keen to hear from individuals with experience in customer-facing positions, regardless of industry, who can demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Job Introduction
As a Multi Skilled Security Operative at Sevington Inland Border Facility, Ashford, Kent.

You will play a critical role in maintaining a secure, safe, and positive environment for all employees, visitors, and clients. This position requires a dependable individual who can remain alert, enforce site protocols, and respond effectively to various situations. You’ll be a visible presence on site, combining vigilance with excellent customer service to support Sodexo’s commitment to operational excellence and safety.

Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carrying out duties of he highest level.
Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, ensuring customers are consistently informed throughout the process.
Provide assistant to clients, contractors and visitors ensuring all site procedures and polices are adhered too.
To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and providing information to support.
Continuous monitoring of site radio systems adhering to the correct procedures.
Maintaining site records such as reference materials, incident forms and site occurrence book.
To develop excellent working relationships with our on site client.

What You Will Bring:

A valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licence – essential for this role.
A strong sense of responsibility and integrity, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
Good observational awareness and attention to detail.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative when needed.
Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios, or reporting tools.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

Mental health & wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
Discounts for you & family
Financial tools & retirement plan
Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

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