24/7 Security Officer - Access Control & Patrols

OCS; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative services across facilities management, security and catering. Our TRUE values guide us in Trust, Respect, Unity and Empowerment.

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Security Officer for Jackton Police College to provide 24-hour cover on a shift rota. You will control access, patrol, monitor CCTV, respond to incidents, and liaise with emergency services, ensuring a

Qualifications

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass BS7858 vetting.
• Valid SIA Licence.
• Previous experience in a security role.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Desirable: experience in busy or public-facing environments.
• Desirable: good attention to detail and proactive approach.
• Desirable: remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Controlling access and egress to the site, allowing entry only to authorised personnel and visitors.
• Conducting security patrols of buildings, grounds, and car parks to identify risks and report them.
• Monitoring CCTV, alarms and other security systems to detect incidents and respond promptly.
• Maintaining records of visitors, contractors, incidents and daily security activities.
• Responding to emergencies, including fire alarms and security breaches.
• Providing a visible security presence and supporting site security requirements.
• Ensuring keys and access cards are controlled and accounted for per site procedures.
• Challenging unauthorised persons and reporting suspicious behaviour per security protocols.
• Liaising with police, staff, contractors and emergency services when required.
• Adhering to company policies, site instructions and data protection obligations.

Skills

Right to Work in the UK

BS7858 vetting

SIA Licence

Security experience

Communication skills

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative services across facilities management, security and catering. Our TRUE values guide us in Trust, Respect, Unity and Empowerment.

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Security Officer for Jackton Police College to provide 24-hour cover on a shift rota. You will control access, patrol, monitor CCTV, respond to incidents, and liaise with emergency services, ensuring a