Job Description
We’re on the hunt for an outstanding, professional Security Officer to join our team at a prestigious site in Hamble, Southampton. This role is all about the protection of the client’s people and assets whilst delivering the utmost professionalism.
If you’re a team player, with great attention to detail, who takes pride in a job well done, and you think you’re up to the challenge, then we want to hear from you.
Hours of Work
42 hrs per week on average, working 12-hour shifts on a 4-on 4-off rotation on day shifts 05:30 - 17:30. You will be required to work some weekends, provide holiday cover and also cover any additional hours when required. Bank holidays paid at double time.
Salary
£14.01 an hour (£30,597 per annum).
What we offer
- Working hours 05:30 to 17:30hrs
- Double time paid on Bank Holidays
- Potential to earn more with regular overtime
- 5.6 weeks pro-rate annual leave
- Full free company issued uniform
- Ongoing training & career development
- Opportunities for promotion
- Access to employee benefits scheme from day one, including discounts at local shops, restaurants, bars, and discounted gym memberships
- Workplace pension scheme
What you need
- Current and active SIA licence (either Security Guard, Door Supervisor or Close Protection)
- Must be fit, healthy and will need the very best customer service skills
- Ability to remain calm in all circumstances
- You must have a good level of computer literacy, a good telephone manner and have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Full 5-year checkable work history to BS7858 standard
The role
Whilst delivering a high standard of customer service, you will provide a professional and reassuring security presence in an exciting corporate setting. You will be required to maintain a safe and secure environment for visitors and staff through patrols, observation, and the monitoring of the client’s premises.
You will protect the client's premises from criminal activity and respond to any emergency situations that may arise. Responsibilities include:
- Working as part of the security team
- Providing a physical security presence
- Patrolling throughout the site
- Covering front of house reception duties
- Meeting and greeting visitors
- Monitoring the site CCTV
- Controlling entry to the sites
- Locking/ unlocking the sites
- Ensuring the safety and security of the site and it’s property by maintaining a visible presence
- Completing the necessary documentation as required as part of your duties
- Reporting any security/ safety concerns to the security supervisor
- Maintaining excellent communications, both written and verbal
Why join Venture Security?
We’re award winners. We’re ACS Pacesetters. We’re top rated by the SIA.
As an ambitious, family-run, security company, we have never been afraid to do things differently. People have always been at the heart of Venture and in return for your commitment and dedication, we will invest in you and your future.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.01 per hour
Work Location: In person
