Events Security Officer

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security company is seeking an experienced Security Officer to join their events team in Leeds. This role involves enhancing security, controlling access, and providing a professional image. Ideal candidates will have an SIA license and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Paid holiday allowance of 5.6 weeks per year

Uniform provision

Healthcare package, including access to EAP

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in security, preferably in events.
• Comprehensive 5-year work/unemployment/education history compliant with BS7858 standards.

Responsibilities

• Enhancing security levels and maintaining vigilance.
• Controlling access and egress of pedestrians and vehicles.
• Responding to alarms, incidents, and suspicious activity.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Crowd Safety

Job description

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Security Officer Position at First Response Group

Are you an experienced Security Officer dedicated to excellence and top-quality service? We are expanding our successful events team within our North division and seeking talented officers to join us.

This role is more than just security; it’s about representing security excellence and making lasting first impressions. Your role will involve ensuring the safety of our premises and personnel while fostering a secure and welcoming environment. Be a friendly face and provide reassurance to clients and customers.

First Response Group is a vibrant community that values passion, integrity, empowerment, and community. We are industry pioneers committed to inspiring our team to reach their full potential.

If you seek a workplace that values innovation and excellence, consider making FRG your next career move.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Enhancing security levels and maintaining vigilance
2. Checking staff, contractors, and visitor ID cards
3. Controlling access and egress of pedestrians and vehicles
4. Responding to alarms, incidents, and suspicious activity
5. Presenting a professional, helpful image at all times
6. Writing detailed reports
7. Reporting on health & safety and security matters to the client

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid, in-date Door Supervisor SIA license
• Level 2 NVQ in Crowd Safety (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent presentation and high-level communication skills
• At least 2 years’ experience in security, preferably in events
• Comprehensive 5-year work/unemployment/education history compliant with BS7858 standards

About First Response Group

FRG is a total security, risk, and facilities management company leading in technology and training to deliver first-class service. Our people are our strength. We aim to motivate, support, and develop employees within a culture of inclusion and happiness. We are committed to making everyone feel part of the team and sharing in our successes.

We are an SIA approved contractor, an ACS Pacesetter, and hold four NSI Gold accreditations.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)

Our commitment is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We offer:

• Training and development opportunities
• Paid holiday allowance of 5.6 weeks per year (pro-rata)
• Uniform provision
• Healthcare package, including access to EAP