Key Information:
- Industry: Distribution, Logistics and Manufacturing
- Site Address: Portland Dorset,
- Title: Security Officer
- Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour
- Shift Patterns: Night & Day Shifts Available
- Numbers Required: 3
Essential requirements for the role:
- SIA License (DS/SG or CP)
- First Aid Certification
- Customer Service experience
- Prior Security roles in Distribution or Logistics
- Being able to commute to and from site without issue throughout the year
Desirable for the role:
Prior Security roles in a Front of House environment
Role Scope:
Due to a new contract win Consortio Security are looking to recruit experienced and competent Security Officers to join a well-established team in Portland , Dorset.
The successful candidates should have Logistics and Distribution experience and be confident in undertaking roles and responsibilities as part of a team or by themselves. Preferably you will also have previous Front of House experience too.
To be considered for this role you must hold an active SIA License be it Close Protection, Door Supervisor or Security Guard. You must have an in date First Aid Qualification and have high levels of Customer Service skills as the role involves working with client employees, colleagues, and site contractors.
If you do not have your own transport or are able to get to and from Portland, Dorset with ease, do not apply.
If you have a can-do attitude and a will to succeed you will be successful in the recruitment process and the subsequent role. If you lack people skills or struggle to communicate, do not apply for the role.
This role would suit someone who is flexible, able to think on their feet, who is able to constantly prioritise tasks ensuring that the most critical issues are dealt with first and foremost. You must be happy to be busy and pro-active whilst at work, anyone who wants a role where they are sat down for long periods of time should NOT apply. Anyone applying must be comfortable with adhering to personal boundaries at all times, poor behaviour will not be tolerated.
You must be comfortable enough to undertake vehicular and person searches and the outcomes of negative searches as and when they are identified.
All suitable candidates that are shortlisted will receive 15 questions to answer, you must answer them in your own words to the best of your ability, AI responses received will be immediately rejected.
Post answering the questions, those candidates that are shortlisted will undertake a video vetting and screening interview via the Indeed platform to confirm your answers, any unsuitable candidates will not be put forward to the last stage of the recruitment process which is an in-person interview with the Regional Operations Manager in Portland.
All site training and induction will be undertaken prior to a deployment date of the 01st October 2026.
Job Description:
Purpose of the role: To provide an efficient and professional security service to Consortio Security’s clients as specified, demonstrating the highest levels of customer service.
Duties:
- Control full site access and egress, utilising the equipment and systems provided
- Conduct planned and unplanned vehicle and person searches ensuring that the integrity of the site is always maintained
- Escalate and manage any negative outcomes from person and vehicle searches professionally and robustly
- Ensure clients’ staff, property, and other assets are always secure
- Monitor CCTV footage for the protection of property and assets overtly and covertly
- Fire alarm reaction, response, and management
- First Aid reaction, response, and management
- Emergency reaction, response, and management
- Incident reaction, response, and management
- Contractor management
- Conduct sufficient internal and external patrols to ensure the security of all locations and areas
- Ensure Site Assignment Instructions, procedures and protocols are followed; being particularly diligent when in an emergency situation
- Accurately operate designated alarm systems
- Complete the daily log, noting all appropriate activity
- Produce accurate, detailed, and timely Incident Reports as and when required to do so
- Maintain any Front of House positions in a professional manner always
- Answer all enquiries courteously and professionally
- Understand and accept that CCTV is utilised across site for the protection of all
- Maintain a clean and tidy workspace at all times
- Key issuance and control
- Complete all training packages assigned by your Regional Operations Manager or as requested by the client
- Be an effective ambassador for Consortio Security, always smart and diligent.
The above duties are subject to additional duties as per the site’s Assignment Instructions; however, if there is a conflict of duties, the Assignment Instructions will prevail.
Essential Requirements:
- A current SIA Licence – Carried on your person at all times whilst on duty
- Smart appearance, following the Consortio uniform requirements to the letter
- Good verbal communication skills, pleasant manner, approachable, clearly spoken
- Shows excellent customer care skills
- Always shows courtesy and respect for people in all situations
- Possesses computer literacy of at least a basic level
- Demonstrates basic numeracy and literacy skills for following instructions and preparing reports
- Demonstrates good observation skills and an attention to detail
- Remains calm and professional under pressure
- Always punctual and reliable
- Demonstrates a flexible attitude to changing working hours and patterns
- Must demonstrate understanding of Health & Safety requirements when handling and using machinery and use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
- Supports the team, always giving assistance when required.
Benefits:
Pay As You Earn Salary:
Our PAYE app allows you to manage your salary as you earn it through the month, giving you the freedom withdraw money if required.
Holidays:
5.6 weeks of paid leave inclusive of bank holidays.
Employee Excellence Awards:
When an employee of ours performs an exceptional feat of bravery, service, or competence, we are eager to recognise their dedication in our newsletter and provide a deserving reward. This happens not just once a year, but every single month at Consortio Security.
Employee Referral Scheme:
Anyone referring a friend or family member to any of our available roles receives a £50 Amazon Voucher on them joining us and another £50 once they pass their 6-month probation period.
Employee New Work Bonus:
Should any of our employees provide us with the details of a potential new client and the lead results in us winning new work the employee will be paid £250 into their next monthly salary.
VDU eyecare vouchers at Specsavers:
Included is a full eye test, £49 off glasses or discounts for more expensive glasses if preferred.
Personal Development Opportunities:
Personal development is just as important as your career development during your time with us. Continuous development is available to all at Consortio Security with our on and off-job training programmes, upskilling via our eLearning platform and our appraisal process to develop the key targets and goals to progress your career.
Charitable Giving and Community:
As we work extensively within the student accommodation sector, the issue of student mental health is close to our heart. Each year, we donate a portion of our income to the charity Student Minds, who do important work increasing awareness and support for the mental health of our student community.
Pay: £13.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- How do you intend to get to and from Portland, how long 1 way would your commute be?
Experience:
- Security: 3 years (required)
- Customer service: 3 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- SIA (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
