Area Security Officer
G4S Northern Ireland
Job Title: Area Security Officer Pay Rate £12.71 per hour Hours of work 24 hours Location: Multiple sites in the Newtwonards area Benefits: Pension schemeTraining provided, progressionFull Uniform provided via local supplierGreat4savings benefit scheme5.5 weeks Holiday per year, 8 of these will be in lieu of bank Holidays ( worked or not worked)Mileage is claimableAbout the Role As a Security Officer at G4S, you are more than a Security Guard. You'll be a key part of our team. You will ensure the safety of our customers' staff, their buildings and assets, whilst providing excellent customer service with a smile. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service in a safe and secure environment. It's a varied role where you will get to be front facing and interacting with our clients and customers supporting with various events and enjoying the buzz of this venue - the role will include greeting staff and visitors and ensuring they adhere to the required security protocols, conducting searches where required, patrolling the premises and dealing with security incidents. With a keen eye and a brilliant way with people, you could look forward to an interesting role where no two days are the same with exciting career opportunities. Responsibilities: Ensure the safety and security of personnel, property, and assets at assigned sitesMonitor and control access to restricted areasConduct regular patrols of premises and respond to security breachesInvestigate security incidents and report findings to managementMaintain accurate records of security activitiesStay up-to-date on security trends and best practicesCommunicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and members of the publicIdeal candidate You will need to be aged 18 or over, A confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to provide a friendly and professional service at all times. A good IT knowledge is also key. You must be flexible and available to work on a varied shift pattern which will include days, nights and weekends. It would benefit to have some form of security experience and your SIA license, However its not essential, as we can provide full SIA license training. As this is a mobile position, you will also need to have a full clean driving license and your own transport. 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 on-site training to regular welfare checks with our managers You will just need to complete the following application form and one of our Recruiters will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Our recruitment and selection process will include an interview and screening to BS7858 standards. Given the nature of the industry, we do need to ask some questions for security and compliance purposes, but don't worry - you will only need to complete them once. In 2021, G4S, a London-based global security company, was acquired by Allied Universal®, a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. This acquisition expanded Allied Universal's footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through a global workforce of approximately 800,000 people*, we leverage best practices in communities all over the world. With revenue of approximately $20 billion, we have the resources to deploy efficient processes and systems to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. In Europe, we have an extensive network of offices and more than 46,500 employees to support our local communities and customers. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities and people in today's world. Allied Universal is There for you™. For more information, please *Total workforce includes employees and subcontractors To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.
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Area Security Officer
G4S Northern Ireland
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About this role
Job Title: Area Security Officer
Pay Rate £12.71 per hour
Hours of work 24 hours
Location: Multiple sites in the Newtwonards area
Benefits:
Pension schemeTraining provided, progressionFull Uniform provided via local supplierGreat4savings benefit scheme5.5 weeks Holiday per year, 8 of these will be in lieu of bank Holidays ( worked or not worked)Mileage is claimableAbout the Role
As a Security Officer at G4S, you are more than a Security Guard. You'll be a key part of our team. You will ensure the safety of our customers' staff, their buildings and assets, whilst providing excellent customer service with a smile. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service in a safe and secure environment.
It's a varied role where you will get to be front facing and interacting with our clients and customers supporting with various events and enjoying the buzz of this venue - the role will include greeting staff and visitors and ensuring they adhere to the required security protocols, conducting searches where required, patrolling the premises and dealing with security incidents. With a keen eye and a brilliant way with people, you could look forward to an interesting role where no two days are the same with exciting career opportunities.
Responsibilities: Ensure the safety and security of personnel, property, and assets at assigned sitesMonitor and control access to restricted areasConduct regular patrols of premises and respond to security breachesInvestigate security incidents and report findings to managementMaintain accurate records of security activitiesStay up-to-date on security trends and best practicesCommunicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and members of the publicIdeal candidate
You will need to be aged 18 or over, A confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to provide a friendly and professional service at all times. A good IT knowledge is also key. You must be flexible and available to work on a varied shift pattern which will include days, nights and weekends. It would benefit to have some form of security experience and your SIA license, However its not essential, as we can provide full SIA license training. As this is a mobile position, you will also need to have a full clean driving license and your own transport.
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 on-site training to regular welfare checks with our managers
You will just need to complete the following application form and one of our Recruiters will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Our recruitment and selection process will include an interview and screening to BS7858 standards.
Given the nature of the industry, we do need to ask some questions for security and compliance purposes, but don't worry - you will only need to complete them once.
In 2021, G4S, a London-based global security company, was acquired by Allied Universal®, a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. This acquisition expanded Allied Universal's footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through a global workforce of approximately 800,000 people*, we leverage best practices in communities all over the world. With revenue of approximately $20 billion, we have the resources to deploy efficient processes and systems to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. In Europe, we have an extensive network of offices and more than 46,500 employees to support our local communities and customers. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities and people in today's world. Allied Universal is There for you™. For more information, please
*Total workforce includes employees and subcontractors
To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.
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