Security Officer

Barnard Castle
2 weeks ago
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G4S are looking for a Security Officer to work at a bustling pharmaceutical and biotechnology company in Darlington.

We are looking for security personnel who are passionate about creating a safe and secure environment and demonstrate honesty and integrity all whilst delivering customer service to the highest level. You will be required to carry out duties in a busy environment and have the opportunity to carve out a career with the biggest name in security.

Position: Security Officer
Location: Darlington
Pay Rate: £13.02 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday - Alternating shifts (6AM - 2PM / 8AM - 4PM / 2PM - 10PM)

Must have a full UK driving licence and your own vehicle. SIA license preferred.

Your Time at Work
As a security officer at this site you will be responsible for:

  • Ensuring everyone follows the security and safety protocols of the site
  • Reporting any faults, health and safety hazards and unsafe working practices to site security supervisor
  • Controlling access and managing the control system
  • Liaising with a variety of people including contractors, site based and corporate staff, and any regulators that come to the site
  • Responding to emergency situations
  • Carrying out routine tests of security equipment as directed by the site security supervisor
  • Monitoring CCTV and being able to replay and download clips as requested
  • Fully understanding the use of the I.T. systems and ensuring the correct application of the I.T security policy
  • Reporting concerns when property is at risk of being lost, stolen, damaged and vandalised
  • Dealing with any security incidents on site and completing relevant incident report forms

    Our Perfect Worker
    It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. All our admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices.

    Our perfect Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join G4S and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers.

    Key Information and Benefits
  • 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
  • Workplace Pension Scheme
  • Progression training and development opportunities
  • Life assurance benefit
  • Contributory Healthcare Scheme
  • Eyecare vouchers
  • Employee Discount Schemes
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Free uniform provided

    Job Ref: 1G4S (G318)

    G4S is a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join our diverse and empowering team today!

    About Staffline
    Staffline are working in Partnership with G4S, providing a recruitment solution for security roles.

    Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change

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