Enhanced Retail Security Officer (17507)

Kingdom Services Group Ltd; Grays; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services provider is seeking an Enhanced Retail Security Officer in Grays. The role involves liaising with local authorities, providing security, and minimizing stock loss. Successful candidates will benefit from training, career development, and a supportive team environment. Applicants should have at least 12 months of retail security experience and a valid SIA licence. The position offers 54 hours weekly with a salary of £13.50 per hour, along with various perks and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Friendly and supportive team

Training and career development

Overtime opportunities

Advanced pay scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience in Retail Security.
• Valid SIA DS Licence required.
• Ability to manage conflict professionally.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for security issues.
• Liaise with local police on shoplifting intel.
• Patrol and monitor for security breaches.
• Provide visible deterrent within the store.
• Complete reports on observations and activities.
• Handle difficult situations professionally.

Skills

Conflict management

Retail security experience

Surveillance skills

Intel gathering

Job description

Kingdom Services Group are a key partner to River Island, and we have a great opportunity for an Enhanced Retail Security Officer to join our team.

Based within the Lakeside Store in Grays, you will receive 1st class training, enabling you to become a Security Brand Ambassador for Kingdom Security, whilst protecting and supporting the customer journey and shopping experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Security Officer looking to develop their career with an Industry Leading Security Service Provider.

Where: Lakeside Shopping Centre, Grays, RM20 area

When: We’re looking to get the right person in to the team ASAP

Hours: On average 54 hours per week. 6 days on with 1 rotating rest day per week. To cover shifts of 11:00am-21:00pm.

Salary: £13.50 per hour

What’s in it for you?

• Contributory pension scheme.
• A friendly and supportive team.
• Training, career development & progression opportunities.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Access to advanced / early pay scheme.
• Kingdom Colleague App including Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Support.
• Free parking.

About the role :

• First point of contact for Kingdom Security officers in store
• Working closely with the local police and crime hubs gathering intel on prolific shoplifters in the area
• Maintaining a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel
• Providing a visible deterrent within the store
• Reducing shrink / stock loss
• Completing reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities
• Working as part of a team to fulfil customer requirements
• Dealing with any difficult situations that arise in a safe and professional manner

About you :

• A minimum of 12 months experience – preferably within Retail Security
• A valid SIA DS Licence
• Have the ability to manage conflict in a balanced and professional manner
• Knowledge and experience of A.S.C.O.N.E & PACE
• A full five-year checkable employment history