Gatehouse Security Officer (16092b)

TN United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Gatehouse Security Officer to ensure safety and security at a site in Orkney. This role offers a clear career pathway, access to a substantial online training academy, and the opportunity to earn a competitive hourly wage. As part of a professional team, you will engage with colleagues and visitors, conduct visual patrols, and uphold high standards of professionalism. If you are proactive and committed to maintaining a safe environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Career Progression

Company Award Scheme

Access to Free Online Training Academy

Awards & Commendations

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude and engage professionally with colleagues.
• Conduct visual patrols and deter criminal activity.
• Monitor life safety systems and react swiftly to incidents.

Skills

Communication Skills

Judgment

Professionalism

Education

Valid SIA Licence

Five-Year Checkable Employment History

Job description

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Gatehouse Security Officer (16092b), Orkney

Client: Kingdom Services Group Ltd

Location: Orkney, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 58ed1341fa8a

Job Views: 3

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Gatehouse Security Officer to join Kingdom Services Group, working at a site in Orkney KW16 area.

In return, we offer a company award scheme, optional workplace pension, career progression, and access to a substantial free online training academy for professional development.

Hours

On average 42 hours per week, shifts as per site rota: 4 on 4 off, Monday to Sunday, 07:00 am - 19:00 pm.

Pay Rate

£14.00 per hour.

Please note: If you are the right applicant and do not hold an SIA licence, we will put you through the SIA course and deduct the cost from your wages.

What's in it for you?

• Contributory Pension scheme
• A clear career pathway
• Company award scheme
• Awards & commendations

Responsibilities

• Introduce yourself at the start of a shift; maintain a positive attitude; accept instructions; engage professionally with colleagues and visitors; wear appropriate uniform including ID Card and SIA License; uphold professionalism.
• Asset protection (stock, property, people).
• Maintain awareness of location layout; conduct high-profile visual patrols; stay vigilant; identify hot spots; deter criminal activity; contribute to a safe work environment.
• Ensure safety and security; make safety calls; monitor life safety systems; react swiftly to incidents; record and escalate issues appropriately.
• Follow assignment instructions; manage content awareness including breaks, mobile phone use, smoking policy, risk assessments, and crisis management.
• Control access and egress; monitor CCTV; manage key control; perform site patrols, checks, and lockdowns; maintain equipment; keep logs; handle arrests and searches per policy; perform administrative tasks.

Person Specification

• Valid SIA licence preferred.
• Full five-year checkable employment history.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good judgment and professionalism.