Security Officer - Newbury , RG14 2FN - England, RG14 2FN

Are you an experienced Security Officer looking for your next professional opportunity? If you take pride in delivering exceptional service, have the skills to excel, and are ready to embrace new challenges, we would love to hear from you!

…Apply now!

Ward Security is seeking a skilled and professional individual to join our team in Newbury.  The ideal candidate will possess a wide range of skills and experience necessary to deliver an effective, efficient, and professional security service that meets the needs of the client and ensures the safety of people, property, and assets. As a key point of contact for staff, visitors, and tenants, the candidate will be expected to communicate effectively at all levels, both verbally and in writing, while conducting in a professional manner at all times.

Position: Security Officer

Pay rate: £12.60 per hour

Shift Pattern: 3 days 3 nights 3 off (56 hours per week)

Location:  Newbury

Role Requirements: Valid SIA licence and Driving Licence

Benefits include:

• Financial support for SIA Licensing and renewal
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Company Pension scheme
• Life Assurance benefits
• Employee referral scheme
• Progression, training, and development opportunities

Additional benefits we offer via our ReWard   membership:

• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts at major retailers and travel suppliers
• Restaurant and Supermarket vouchers
• Cinema tickets
• Access to 24/7 free Employee Assistance programme

Main Duties:

• Act as a point of contact and information center to staff and visitors and tenants
• Always conduct yourself in a professional manner
• Ensure all instructions, both written and verbal are adhered to
• Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers
• Conduct foot patrols within defined areas as an effective deterrent in the protection of the client’s property and assets.
• Investigate and take the appropriate lawfully action as authorised by the corporate policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety and fire incidents
• Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations, surveillance footage, and signatures
• Excellent communication skills to all levels – verbally, written, phone and by security radios

Must have:

• Valid Frontline SIA license and Driving Licence
• Proven work experience as a Security Officer -min 1 year
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• High level of self-presentation
• IT literate- Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment
• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills
• A positive attitude to dealing with people and taking on challenges