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Security Officer

Job Reference SDX/TP/527878/77550

The job has expired.

Number of Positions:
4
Contract Type:
Permanent – Full Time
Salary:
£11.05 - £11.05
Location:
London
Closing Date:
15/01/2022
Job Category:
Security
Sodexo Segment:
UK Universities

Package Description

We have a number of opportunities for experienced Security Officers across the Sodexo Contract at the University of Greenwich, Greenwich Campus.

Employees will be required to work on a rota basis covering both days and nights and this will include weekend working.

Our benefits:   

As part of our commitment to improving the quality of life and health and wellbeing for our employees we provide discounts and benefit that you can tailor to suit your needs and help you take advantage of being part of Sodexo.    

·       26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)  Pro Rata

·    ·  Sodexo Discounts from over 1,200 top retailers    

·       Talk – a free wellbeing support helpline for you and your family   

·       Cycle to work    

·       Life assurance

 

Job Introduction

About the role

At Sodexo, safety is the priority, and our passionate team of Security Officers always ensure we deliver this crucial service. If you have high interest in providing a secure environment for those around, you’re the right candidate to join us!

You'll carry out patrols, operate the security/CCTV, assisting police and management during investigations and write reports detailing incidents.

A few things about you

This is a customer facing role, so experience would be key. We need somebody with awareness and good verbal and written communication skills.

As Security Officer, you must hold an SIA front-line DS licence and have experience working in a similar role. If you hold an SIA CCTV licence great! If not, we still want to hear from you, course and licence can be provided.

As Sodexo embeds a strong Safety culture in everything we do, there will be compliance procedures, site specific guidelines and regulations to follow so it is vital that you manage and maintain all site records and incident reporting. 

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide a first point of call for visitors and contractors to the site and issue visitor/contractor badges and log visitors/contractors entering and leaving the main buildings;
  • Communicate with staff, students, visitors and contractors regarding enquiries, incidents and emergencies. 
  • Patrolling, securing and monitoring premises, sometimes with the aid of CCTV
  • Monitor CCTV screens and take appropriate action as required, control and monitor issue of keys to staff and contractors and key codes to students as necessary;
  • Respond immediately to intruder/panic/fire alarms upon activation
  • Attend training courses/sessions relating to your scope of duties
  • To diligently take and hand over every duty shift ensuring that a full check of the Daily Occurrence and Incident Report books is carried out on each take over of duty.
  • To provide security support across all of the University of Greenwich contract
 

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

  • SIA Licence holder
  • Have a sound knowledge of Security techniques
  • Able to use computer systems in operation within the security section.
  • Understanding of the CCTV system in operation.
  • Understanding of alarm systems.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Able to work on own initiative, individually and within a team.
  • Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues
  • Able to demonstrate attention to detail and adherence to standards
  • All employees are expected to adhere to Sodexo health and safety regulations and Equal opportunity regulations
  • To be able to write accurate, legible operational logs, security reports and statements. 

 

Desirable

  • Working Knowledge of BS7858:2013
  • CCTV Licence
  • First Aid
  • Fire Warden

About The Company

A bit about us

Why choose Sodexo?   

You don’t just join Sodexo, you belong.    

What do we mean when we say belong?    

It’s simple. You create a company where everyone is respected and feels that their ideas count. You take care of the quality of life of your people. You make your workplace inclusive, encouraging people to bring their whole self to work every day. That’s our philosophy in a nutshell.    

A career at Sodexo won’t tie you down, it actively encourages your progress. The diverse range of roles we offer is truly infinite. Whatever your skills, experience or passion, you’ll be encouraged and supported to have a fulfilling career.   

We are committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.    

 We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.     

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to  support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process