Area Support Officer

OCS; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Area Support Officer to provide flexible security across multiple sites. Candidates must hold a valid SIA Licence and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include monitoring site activities, conducting patrols, and ensuring compliance with health and safety. This role offers opportunities for professional development within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK is required.
• A valid SIA Licence is essential for this role.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Record site activities and maintain accurate logs.
• Monitor sites with CCTV and respond to alerts.
• Conduct regular site patrols and inspections.
• Provide security services and adapt to working patterns.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Proactive problem solving

Strong communication skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Security systems

Job description

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.

About The Role

Location: IP3 9SJ

We are seeking a professional and reliable Area Support Officer to provide flexible security cover across multiple client sites. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to different environments while maintaining the highest standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Record vehicles, visitors, contractors, and all site activities, maintaining accurate logs and daily occurrence records.
• Monitor sites visually and via CCTV, responding to alerts and alarms in line with procedures.
• Conduct regular site patrols and inspections according to assignment instructions.
• Provide security services across multiple client sites, adapting to varied working patterns as required.
• Ensure compliance with company Health & Safety policies and management plans.
• Cover annual leave and sickness absences as needed.

Candidate Requirements

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Valid SIA Licence (essential).
• Confident computer literacy and ability to operate security systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with all levels from visitors to senior management.
• High standards of personal presentation and professionalism.

Additional Requirements

All successful applicants will be required to undergo screening and vetting in line with BS7858 standards.

How to Apply

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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.