At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safety and security for staff and visitors in a public sector role.
- Company: Join BardWood Support Services, a recruitment specialist in the facilities industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, SIA license renewal, smart tech options, and various retail vouchers.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities in a supportive family-like environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: SIA License, customer service experience, and a flexible attitude required.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
About the role
- Pay Rate – £12.71ph
- Location – Harrogate
- Shift Timings – Day shifts – candidates must be flexible and available to work Monday to Friday
You will be working in a site-based role within the public sector, where officers are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of both staff and visitors. Your main responsibilities may include:
- Trained to provide relief cover and support to a portfolio of locations within a geographical region.
- All the tasks and activities as per the site operational guidance and Assignment Instructions. Provide quality service delivery.
- Manage and maintain a safe environment for the client’s staff and customers.
- Provide a proactive presence in all public facing areas as activity requires. This will include providing a positive initial reception for clients and directional guidance.
- Working directly with the customer as part of a team to provide conflict resolution at our client’s premises where there is potential for conflict.
- Working closely with your fellow colleagues to ensure members of the public comply with site rules and guidance.
- Use common sense and initiative immediately involving others if a situation becomes threatening.
- To have a smart appearance, always be alert and visible whilst commanding a security presence within the customer premises.
- Be able to administer First Aid assistance if a member of public or client’s staff was to be suddenly taken unwell (training will be provided).
- Complete legible incident report writing if and when an incident arises.
- Work to maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for everyone.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following:
- SIA License.
- 5-year checkable work/career history.
- Full driving licence and access to own transport is essential.
- Prior experience of working in a customer-facing environment and dealing directly with staff/customers.
- Physically fit to undertake given tasks.
- Possess the ability to work under pressure.
- Flexible attitude and the ability to adapt.
- Security and operational system competence.
What will you get in return? Please note that all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with the following amazing benefits being offered upon transfer:
- Company-funded SIA License renewal.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Smart tech – allowing employees to buy the latest tech, deducted from their salaries monthly at no additional interest.
- Salary finance loans and monthly advances.
- Vouchers across various retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Argos, and ASDA, as well as holidays, leisure, fashion, pets, and many more.
- Save as you earn.
- Life cover and Private medical cover.
- Childcare vouchers and Private pensions.
- Fantastic opportunity to join an evolving family.
About our company
At BardWood Support Services we are recruitment specialists, supporting the facilities industry in the UK since 2015. We recognize that PEOPLE are our most valued resource and as such we aim to ensure our employees are matched with the right role that suits them, with a view to help them progress.
Area Security Office in Harrogate employer: Bardwood
BardWood Support Services is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With a range of benefits including company-funded SIA License renewal, private medical cover, and flexible working arrangements in the vibrant retail environment of Larne, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. Join a family-oriented team where your contributions are valued and opportunities for advancement are abundant.
