At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safety and security through site patrols and access control procedures.
- Company: Join the UK's most respected specialist security services provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, sick leave, discounts, and a great pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with a supportive and inclusive work culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by providing a safe environment for everyone.
- Qualifications: Must have valid SIA Front-Line and CCTV Licenses, plus strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 26400 - 30400 £ per year.
Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex-servicemen on return from the Crimean War. By sticking true to our values of ‘loyalty, integrity, service’, we have become the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider.
We are looking for a highly skilled SIA Licensed Security Officer to provide a secure and safe environment for all staff & visitors on site. This will be achieved through applying thorough access control procedures, carrying out site inductions, planned & ad-hoc site patrols together with other duties as determined by the Assignment Instructions. In the event of an emergency follow prescribed escalation/communication procedures with Site Management, Corps colleagues and the emergency services. You will be working an average of 35 hours per week covering days, nights and weekends. Shift pattern will be: 4 on, 4 off. Shift times will be: 0800-1800, 1100-2100, 1300-2300 and 2200-0800.
What we offer:
- Company sick pay scheme
- Paid SIA license renewals
- Enhanced Family Leave Pay
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- High staff discounts & rewards scheme
- Access to Digital GP
- Excellent pension scheme
- Death in Service - £5000
- Recruitment bonus scheme
- New business lead scheme
- Employee assistance programme
What you will need:
- Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
- A valid SIA Front-Line License - essential
- A valid SIA CCTV License - essential
- Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
- Ability to work to deadlines, multitasking and working under pressure.
- Excellent IT Skills including Microsoft Software Packages (e.g. Excel)
- Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards
What you will do:
- Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular site patrols and recording these as per Corps and Customer requirements.
- Ensuring all visitors and contractors to site are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
- Record the entry and exit of delivery whilst on site, including processing of paperwork in line with site quality procedures.
- To ensure that patrols are carried out and to the correct standards.
- Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out of hours security provision if applicable.
- Comply with site waste management procedures.
- Complete documents as required including daily occurrence log, shift handover, incident/accident records and any site-specific reports.
- Ensure you are familiar with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and other quality & safety documents; advise Corps Duty Manager and/or client personnel on any changes or recommendations to improve.
- Maintain your own training records via Corps Colleague Portal such that your skills remain up to date, and in particular your first aid and fire marshal training is in accordance with legislative guidelines.
- Continuously apply your SIA skills, maintaining a high level of professionalism. Your SIA licence must be always displayed.
- Perform ad hoc duties as directed.
Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which individuals are valued is fundamental to our business success and we are committed to working towards achieving this. Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (“EEO”) benefits both the Company and its colleagues. EEO assists colleagues to develop to their full employment potential while the Company benefits from having a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic workforce.
Security Officer in Gravesend employer: Corps Security
At Corps Security, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the security sector, offering a supportive work culture that values loyalty, integrity, and service. Our comprehensive benefits package includes paid SIA license renewals, an excellent pension scheme, and access to a Digital GP, ensuring our employees feel valued and secure. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we provide ample opportunities for professional growth and development, making us an ideal choice for those seeking a meaningful career in security.
