Area Support Officer

Manchester Arndale; Scarborough; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

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Wagestream – flexible pay

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an Area Support Officer to provide flexible security cover across Scarborough, Malton and York. You will travel between client sites using your own vehicle, maintaining high security standards and logging all activities.

You will monitor CCTV, respond to incidents, and support operational continuity while upholding company health and safety policies and delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK and the ability to pass BS7858 vetting.
• Valid SIA Licence.
• UK driving licence and use of own vehicle.
• Confident computer literacy with ability to operate security systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional security cover across multiple client sites, ensuring a consistently high standard of service delivery.
• Conduct regular site patrols and inspections.
• Monitor premises visually and via CCTV, respond to alarms and incidents.
• Record vehicle movements, visitor access, contractor attendance and logs.
• Ensure access control procedures are followed and maintain accurate incident reports.
• Provide flexible support across multiple locations and cover staffing shortfalls as required.

Skills

Right to Work UK

BS7858 vetting

SIA Licence

Driving license

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Job description

About The Role:

Candidate will be expected to attend retail stores in Scarborough, Malton and York own transport is a must to attend shifts on time, no additional payments are offered for travel expense this is a area support role

We are seeking a professional, reliable, and adaptable Area Support Officer to provide flexible security cover across multiple client locations. This role requires an individual who can quickly adapt to different environments, maintain high standards of professionalism, and deliver a first-class security service while ensuring the safety and security of people, property, and assets.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring site activity, conducting patrols, maintaining accurate records, responding to incidents, and supporting operational continuity through flexible deployment across designated sites.

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide professional security cover across multiple client sites, ensuring a consistently high standard of service delivery.
• Conduct regular site patrols and inspections in accordance with assignment instructions and site-specific procedures.
• Monitor premises visually and via CCTV systems, responding appropriately to alarms, incidents, and security alerts.
• Support the safety and security of people, property, assets, and premises at all times.
• Record vehicle movements, visitor access, contractor attendance, and all site activities, maintaining accurate logs and daily occurrence records.
• Monitor site activity and report suspicious behaviour, security breaches, or operational concerns promptly.
• Ensure access control procedures are followed in accordance with site requirements and security protocols.
• Maintain accurate security records, incident reports, and operational documentation.
• Ensure all duties are completed in line with assignment instructions, company policies, and client requirements.
• Comply with company Health & Safety policies, procedures, and management plans at all times.
• Provide flexible support across multiple locations, adapting to varying environments and operational requirements.
• Cover annual leave, sickness absence, and other staffing shortfalls as required to maintain service continuity.
• Demonstrate flexibility in relation to working patterns, shift schedules, and deployment locations.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain positive working relationships with clients, visitors, contractors, and colleagues.
• Present a professional image at all times as an ambassador for both OCS and the client.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass BS7858 vetting.
• Valid SIA Licence.
• UK Driving licence and use of own vehicle*
• Confident computer literacy and ability to operate security systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to remain vigilant in a busy environment.
• Professional approach with high standards of personal presentation.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within a security environment.
• Experience using CCTV and access control systems.
• Flexible approach to working across multiple sites.

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
• Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.