Relief security officer

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Base pay range: Hourly Rate: Site dependent between £12.21 – £15.00 per hour

Position Details

• Location: Cardiff
• Hours: Varied as this will be relief
• Shift Pattern: Varied, as this will be a relief

Main Responsibilities

We believe that the best approach to deterring criminal activity is to understand the vulnerabilities and risks of each location and to tailor our approach to effectively reduce them.

As a Relief Security Officer, you will be required to provide a visible deterrent, respond to incidents, complete incident reports, and collaborate with local authorities.

• Patrolling the shop floor and deterring criminal activity
• Assessing and identifying vulnerabilities, and working proactively to minimise risk
• Liaising with management and local authorities when applicable
• Managing vulnerable persons with empathy to avoid causing distress
• Completing colleague and contractor searches when required, in line with customer company policy
• Digitally reporting incidents and using tablets or phones for daily activity planning
• Producing detailed and legible incident reports to assist the client and local authorities

The Person

To be an effective Security Officer, you must be a confident communicator, capable of providing detailed verbal and written accounts of criminal activity or incidents. You will need to be welcoming and patient with customers and able to handle conflict in a calm and professional manner.

Required Experience And Qualifications

• You must hold a valid SIA licence to apply for this role.
• Previous experience in a retail security role is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• You must be able to provide a full five-year checkable work or education history.
• Applicants must bring right to work documents and a recent proof of address to the interview.

Please note: due to the high number of applications received, if you have not been contacted within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Benefits

• Perkbox recognition – rewards and discount platform
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee of the Month scheme (£50 reward)
• 110% Club for outstanding performers, offering prizes and monetary rewards
• WageStream – flexible pay access allowing early withdrawal of earnings
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Progression opportunities within the company
• Ongoing training and development

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Security and Investigations

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