Dedicated Security Officer

Benefits:

• Virtual GP 24/7
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Recognition Awards
• Discount Platform
• Living Wage Foundation Service Provider
• Progression opportunities

Key Information:

• Location – Kings Cross, London
• Rate – £14.80 per hour
• Shifts – Minimum 16 shifts per month, days, nights, weekends. Offsite working may be required to fulfil minimum shift requirements.

Scope:

Unitrust is looking to recruit professional, reliable Security Officers to deliver a best‑in‑class service to a new prestigious contract in Kings Cross, London. Unitrust is an exciting security company with a large footprint of clients across London. Our colleagues are of the utmost importance to Unitrust, and we continue to grow our client base. We have strong relationships with our colleagues and clients, ensuring the best delivery service in the industry. The candidates we are looking for must be reliable, professional and dedicated to supplying a best‑in‑class service. You must hold a Security Guarding or Door Supervisor SIA License to work within our business.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a confident and personable manner.
• Exceptional customer service abilities, with a strong focus on providing outstanding experiences.
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and punctuality in all responsibilities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, multitask, and prioritise effectively.
• Physically able to perform all duties associated with the role.
• Computer confident, proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Possess a valid SIA front line and CCTV license.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Prior work experience in the security industry and/or within the hospitality sectors is desirable.
• Familiarity with technologies used to detect security threats.
• Enhanced communication, listening, and customer service skills or the ability to develop further in this field.

Duties to include:

• The maintenance of good order on site, including the protection of everyone therein against violent acts, abuse and accident.
• The protection of the client’s property against loss, theft, damage (including fire and water) and waste.
• The protection of private property belonging to the client, their staff and visitors against loss, theft and damage.
• Prevent offences against the law of the land, Unitrust disciplinary codes and policies and ensure all are brought to the attention of the management.
• Ensure basic fire precautions are in place and means of escape are clear.
• Undertake internal and external patrols and inspections in accordance with Assignment Instruction and SOPs.
• Working with the management team meet and greet visitors and ensure relevant security procedures are carried out.
• Some standing (for more than one hour) may be required due to patrolling (where applicable).
• Escalating any issues security and maintenance related issues to building management team by detailed and accurate emailed reports.
• Monitor, respond to alarms as required with the CCTV, Security & BMS systems.
• Management of contractors for the client and tenants.
• Liaising with tenants.

Requirements:

Under the BS7858 standard, we are required to vet your work history for the past 5 years. Before applying, please consider if you would meet this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Unitrust is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from suitably qualified persons regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity. Please note, any job offered is subject to satisfactory pre‑employment and five‑year work history security vetting checks according to BS 7858:2019.