At a Glance
- Tasks: Safeguard a prominent facility, conduct ID checks, and respond to emergencies.
- Company: Join Ward Security, a diverse and inclusive workplace in London.
- Benefits: Earn £14.80 per hour with perks like gym discounts and a pension scheme.
- Other info: Enjoy career progression and training opportunities in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while providing exceptional customer service in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Must have SIA licence and proven security experience, plus great communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 14.8 - 14.8 £ per hour.
Do you have previous security experience and excellent communication skills?
Do you provide exceptional customer service and always maintain a professional demeanour?
Can you keep a positive mindset with any challenge that comes your way?
Apply now!
We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Security Officer to safeguard a prominent facility in London SE1 9LQ.
Excellent communication skills are essential.
Within this role, you will carry out ID checks, respond to emergencies and provide information to all staff and visitors as and when necessary.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, ensuring a clean and professional environment, maintaining a high level of security, possessing a robust background in the security sector, demonstrating proficiency in IT systems, excelling in multitasking, and maintaining a professional and polished demeanour alongside excellent personal presentation.
- Role
- Security Officer
- Pay Rate
- £14.80 per hour
- Shift Pattern
4 on 4 off nights only 19:00 - 07:00. Average 42 hours per week.
- Location
- London, SE1 9LQ, close to Waterloo/Southwark
- Role Requirements
- SIA Licence
Benefits include
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Company Pension scheme
- Life Assurance benefits
- Progression, training, and development opportunities
- Additional benefits we offer via our Re Wardmembership
- Discounted gym membership
- Discounts at major retailers and travel suppliers
- Restaurant and Supermarket vouchers
- Cinema tickets
- Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme
- Must have
- Valid SIA licence
- Good customer service and communication skills
- Proven work experience as a Security Officer (min 1 year)
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports where necessary.
- Resourceful and proactive when issues arise
- Excellent organizational skills
- Experience within a Corporate Security (min 1 year)
- Surveillance skills and detail orientation
- 5-year checkable work history
- IT literate - Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment
Main Duties
- Act as a point of contact and information centre to staff and visitors.
- Ensure all visitors and other callers to the company are given sufficient information by giving clear, concise information in person and over the phone or email.
- Report any issues to the supervisor or duty manager.
- Always conduct yourself in a professional manner.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Deal with conflict in an appropriate manner if required.
- Write up incidents to the standard expected by Management.
- Carry out ID checks.
- Be vigilant to the Health and Safety risks.
- Work on own initiative.
- Ensure that the reception area, foyer, staff area, and board room are kept clean by supervising cleaning staff members.
At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration.
We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities.
We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members, recognising that diversity enriches our organisation and contributes to our success.
