Security Guard - Site-based - Leiston, UK

Applications are invited for the positions of fixed-term (12 months) Security Guards at Sizewell B Power Station with the potential of a permanent position. The successful candidates will be required to carry out security duties, including personnel and vehicle access control, patrols, maintaining appropriate security records and searches with particular emphasis on the use of modern security techniques. Full training will be given in all aspects of the job.

The salary range associated with this role is £35,059 - £39,543. You’ll be appointed based on the parameters outlined in the Company Agreement as well as your existing salary, competence, experience and qualifications.

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You will be ensuring that all activities, including those undertaken by contract partners, are carried out with full regard to site licence requirements, Security agreements, statutory Regulations, company and local directives, procedures and safety rules. Undertaking and advising on general security guard duties. Maintaining appropriate records of occurrences and all logs related to the security department and production of management printouts and/or reports as requested.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a pro-active approach and that they can work flexibly as a member of a team with the minimum level of supervision. An understanding of Security procedures would be an advantage. Security Industry Authority (SIA) qualification in security or service background would be an advantage. As a minimum, applicants will be educated to GCSE/national qualification standards (or equivalent). Candidates with these qualifications that include ‘c’ and above grade passes in English and mathematics will have an advantage. Applicants will need to be articulate, well-mannered and be able to respond in a tactful and discretionary manner. The ability to complete detailed and meaningful verbal and written reports of specific and routine incidents is also required. Previous security experience and computer literacy is also desirable. Candidates should have proven experience of being proactive and working as an effective member of a close-knit team. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a flexible approach to work duties and cover arrangements.

Closing date for applications is Monday 16th June, interviews will follow shortly after. To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years.

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