Security Officer

  • Hemel Hempstead
  • Smart Recruit Online

We have a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a dedicated, professional team of experts in their field, working for one of our prestigious clients.

Securitas are looking to recruit Security Officers who shares our company values, if this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

  • Working 42 hours per week :

  • Shift patterns - 4 on 4 off :

  • 06:00-18:00 & 18:00- 6:00 :

  • SIA licence :

  • Driving license or good transport links

Your Responsibilities will include :

  • Working as part of the site security team.
  • Internal and external patrols and other security duties by day and by night, in inclement weather conditions.
  • Controlling access to site at several different control points, vehicle barriers and reception stations.
  • Maintaining the security and integrity of the perimeter and site buildings by means of physical and vehicle patrols.
  • Ensuring the requirements of visitors to site are being adhered to by access control measures and identification checks.
  • Carrying out musters, evacuations and other roles as required in the event of an emergency.
  • Searching of vehicles to ensure high levels of security are maintained and meets client requirements.
  • Perform locking and unlocking duties as detailed in the Assignment Instructions (AIs).
  • Ensure all recording of incidence, report and paperwork is completed in a legible fashion.
  • Provide a visible and proactive security presence for all on site employees and visitors.
  • Registering contractors, issuing temporary badges, book in/out cars and directing visitors.
  • Control access and egress, conducting security patrols to deter crime.
  • Manage traffic, including vehicle access, directing flow, signing in and directing visitors.
  • Helping to maintain the security of the site conducting internal patrols and car searches.
  • Operate the control room/gatehouse and reception systems.

Benefits : Health & Wellbeing

  • Company pension and advice and planning
  • Life assurance scheme
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Wellness advice and support, including financial, emotional and physical
  • Dental and Physical Health Plans

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Car lease and new car purchasing schemes
  • Discounts on high street brands, online shopping, holidays, days out and Arriva Bus Travel
  • Mortgage Advise
  • Payroll ISA's
  • Eligibility for Costco Membership

Learning & Development

  • Support with further education
  • 100's of eLearning courses
  • Accredited courses by C&G, ILM, IOSH and SIA
  • Leadership Development programs both local and global

Giving Back

  • Payroll Giving
  • Working with charities such as Calderwood House, KPMB and Wooden Spoon
  • Supporting local community initiatives
  • Supporting people back to work with organisations such as TalkBack and Downs-Syndrome Org

Essential Skills :

  • Valid SIA licence
  • Previous security experience
  • Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
  • Reliable, punctual and well presented at all times.
  • Team working and management
  • Customer focused, polite, tactful and discrete.
  • Computer literate

About Company : Join Today and Build a Better Tomorrow!

At Securitas we are united by our purpose of helping make your world a safer place, we are committed to ethics, sustainability, and compliance, our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.We have created a culture where our people are empowered to be the best they can be.

We believe in celebrating our differences and creating a supportive environment where all voices are heard. Our colleagues are empowered to think big, fail fast and push the boundaries of innovation. As a purpose-led organisation, we aspire to make a difference every day - and we’re looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

Career opportunities to fuel your future, together we can invest in your professional and personal growth. No matter where you are in your career, there are many training and development opportunities. Your career is in your hands, and we will help you maximize your potential!

We are always looking to grow too! That why we have been accredited as a Top Employer 5 years in a row.

Join our team and use your talent and passion to help build a safer, healthier, and more efficient world.

Essential Requirements :

  • Valid SIA licence
  • Previous security experience
  • Right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history
  • Reliable, punctual and well presented at all times.
  • Team working and management
  • Customer focused, polite, tactful and discrete.
  • Computer literate