Security Officer in Chippenham

Overview

£27,518 per annum + Overtime

Location

Chippenham, SN15 2NU

Working Hours

06:00 – 18:00 and 18:00 – 06:00 – shift pattern 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off (42 hours per week)

Contract Type

Full Time, Permanent

About EMCOR UK

At EMCOR UK we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs from the big picture to day‑to‑day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, “One Data World”, we harness data‑driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview

We are looking for 8x Security Officers to join our team working on a new customer site following a successful contract mobilisation. The role involves carrying out daily tasks to create a safe and secure environment for all visitors and staff while ensuring good customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Demonstrate a positive commitment to a high level of customer service, professional presentation, and confidentiality at all times.
• Always display excellent situational awareness.
• Facilitate access/egress to building(s) whilst maintaining a high level of client facing and customer service skills.
• Be aware of protest and demonstration activity and respond/escalate as appropriate.
• Assist staff, guests, contractors and public bodies in providing information, direction or responding to queries in a professional manner.
• Follow all operating procedures and act in accordance with them.
• Assist during major incidents as instructed.
• Show your SIA licence while on duty.
• Maintain accurate records, logs and submit reports as required.
• Participate in staff welfare or development programmes and mandatory training.
• Communicate clearly using radios or phones.
• Carry out any other reasonable request as required.

Who You’ll Be

• Clearance to BS7858
• SIA Licence – Security Guard (SG)
• SIA Licence – Door Supervisor (DS) (if applicable)
• SIA Licence – CCTV (if applicable)
• First aid qualification
• Customer service experience
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience of IT software (Word, Teams, Outlook)
• Reliable, punctual and approachable
• Take pride in appearance at all times
• Flexible in approach to daily duties
• Prioritise tasks and work under pressure
• Comfortable working alone with initiative as part of a team

Benefits

• 20 days holidays + bank holidays
• Holiday buy scheme – up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
• Refer a friend scheme – £500 per referral
• GEMS – internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive learning & development opportunities, including progression prospects
• Access to flex benefits: discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experience, car leasing, breakdown cover
• Bike to work scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Medicash – health cash plan covering dental, optical, physiotherapy and wellbeing
• Employee assistance programme – guidance and advice on personal, health, legal and financial queries

Equal Opportunities & Diversity

At EMCOR UK we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other characteristic that makes them unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem‑solving. We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices. Join us in building a culture of mutual respect and equity, where every voice is heard and every individual is championed.