Security Officer in Lancaster

Security Officer in Lancaster

Lancaster Full-Time 24000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Pinnacle Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Welcome visitors and manage security at the gatehouse while ensuring safety.
  • Company: Join a dedicated security team at Pinnacle Workplace Security.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, statutory benefits, and personal development plans.
  • Other info: Full-time role with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, including weekends.
  • Why this job: Be the first line of defence in a dynamic environment and make a real difference.
  • Qualifications: SIA Licence, First Aid Certificate, and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 24000 - 30000 £ per year.

Job Overview

Meet and greet visitors, staff and contractors and manage the gatehouse environment.

Weighbridge operator checks – check delivery paperwork and record the weight of lorries arriving and leaving the site.

Liaise with local authorities, including police, emergency healthcare services or fire department in case of an emergency.

Take accurate notes to complete reports, logbook entries and all relevant paperwork to a high standard, including reporting in detail any incidents occurring whilst on duty.

Operate a telephone switchboard.

Your role will involve monitoring premises, conducting regular patrols, responding to incidents, and maintaining detailed reports.

Responsibilities

  • Meet and greet visitors, staff, and contractors and manage the gatehouse environment.
  • Perform weighbridge operator checks – verify delivery paperwork and record the weight of lorries.
  • Liaise with local authorities, emergency services and fire department during emergencies.
  • Record accurate reports, logbook entries and relevant paperwork.
  • Operate a telephone switchboard.
  • Conduct regular patrols, monitor premises and respond to incidents.
  • Maintain detailed incident reports.

Qualifications

  • Valid SIA Front Line SG/DS Licence.
  • First Aid at Work Certificate.
  • Experience working with a weighbridge (advantage).
  • 5‑year UK checkable work history.
  • Access to transport.
  • Honesty, reliability and professionalism in delivering excellent customer service.
  • Observant, reliable and possess excellent communication skills.
  • Work Hours & Shift Pattern

Full‑time position, 42 hours per week, on a rota basis: 4 on 4 off.

Day shift: 6:30am–6:30pm.

Night shift: 6:30pm–4:30am.

Must be able to work both shift patterns and weekends.

Transport to site is essential.

Location

Bootle, Liverpool Docks L20, Pinnacle Workplace Security Team.

Benefits

  • Statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, a pension scheme, and annual leave.
  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Personal development plans.

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Pinnacle Group

Contact Details:

Pinnacle Group Recruitment Team

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