Central Vetting Officer

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Stogursey; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services company in Stogursey is seeking a Central Vetting Officer to ensure all staff and contractors meet industry security standards. This busy administrative role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage workloads effectively. Responsibilities include overseeing security clearance applications and conducting assurance activities. The role offers a permanent contract with benefits such as discounts and health plans. Ideal candidates will have a good standard of education and experience in a fast-paced office environment.

Benefits

Dell, Vodafone and O2 discounts

Health cash plan

Perks at Work national discount scheme

Qualifications

• Prior vetting experience preferred but not essential.
• Experience working in a busy office environment.
• Excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of Personnel Security administration.
• Support daily and monthly reporting.
• Process, verify and manage vetting casework.
• Conduct assurance activities.

Skills

Strong Written and Verbal Communications

Ability to manage workload

Adaptable and Flexible

Team player

Education

Good standard of education in Maths, English and IT

Tools

MS Office packages

Job description

Our Central Vetting Officers fulfil a key role in delivering the industry assurance requirement to have all staff and contractors cleared to at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) before being set to work unescorted on a civil nuclear industry licensed site.

Central Vetting Officers are responsible for the verification of all security clearance applications submitted to the Central Vetting Service so that a clearance decision can be made and a BPSS clearance issued which will eventually lead to the applicant gaining unescorted access to a licenced site.

Located at our office in Bridgwater, this is a busy, administrative full-time role which will work Monday to Friday, office hours.

Occasional travel to Sizewell C may be required.

Your Time at Work Location: Somerset Energy Innovation Centre, Woodlands Business Park, Bristol Road, Bridgwater, TA6 4FJ.

Pay: £19.96 per hour.

Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week, normal office hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of Personnel Security administration for Central Vetting, managing post and emails following process and GDPR.
• Support daily and monthly reporting.
• Ensure all vetting enquiries are directed to the Site Vetting Unit.
• Process, verify and manage vetting casework within Service Level Agreements.
• Conduct assurance activities.
• Provide support to Personnel Security projects as identified by the Nuclear Services Personnel Security Manager.
• Collaborate with the Nuclear Generation Limited facing part of the team where applicable ensuring consistency of approach.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency and where possible using existing and available technology platforms to the business.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong Written and Verbal Communications.
• Ability to manage workload, prioritise and manage time.
• Adaptable and Flexible.
• Ability to follow process and procedure.
• Team player.

Profile & Educational Requirements / Qualifications

• A good standard of education in Maths, English and IT. Preferred Experience.
• Prior vetting experienced preferred but not essential.
• Prior experience of working within a busy office environment and under pressure.
• Excellent IT skills with a working knowledge of all MS Office packages.

Personal Qualities

• Highest levels of integrity, respectfulness and professionalism required at all times.
• Open, trusting and in the spirit of mutual support, especially when dealing with conflicts of interests.
• An engaging and proactive 'can do' attitude where successes and failures are shared.
• Doing what we say we are going to do and only committing to what can be done.
• Listen and communicate effectively.
• Ability to plan ahead as far as possible and share intelligence to prevent surprises.

Key Information and Benefits

• Permanent Contract - 224 hours (28 days leave per year inclusive of Bank Holidays).
• Dell, Vodafone and O2 discounts.
• Perks at Work (national reward and discount scheme).
• Aviva car, home and travel insurance discount.
• Health Saturday Fund (health cash plan for you and your family).

About G4S

G4S (G182) is a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees.

About Staffline

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