Gatehouse Security Officer | Patrols, Alarms & Access Control

Pinnacle Group Limited; Trafford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Personal Development Plans

Job summary

Pinnacle Group is seeking a Gatehouse Security Officer to protect our properties and sites. The role is based in Carrington, Manchester, with standard full-time hours 9:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. Access to own transport is essential due to location and shift pattern.

You will monitor premises, perform vehicle patrols, respond to incidents and maintain thorough reports. Strong communication and adherence to security protocols are required.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Badge – SG or DS Licence (Essential).
• UK Manual driver’s licence (Essential).
• Experience working in a gatehouse.
• Access to own transport due to location & shift patterns.
• Strong, clear communicator; you will be using Radio Control.
• Must be able to use and understand the Phonetic Alphabet.
• Full 5-year UK checkable work history.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet visitors, staff and contractors and manage the gatehouse environment.
• Conduct routine vehicle patrols of assigned premises and detect signs of intrusion or unusual activity.
• Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies and incidents, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
• Liaise with local authorities, including police, emergency services or fire services in case of emergency.
• Prepare detailed and accurate incident reports, logging all security-related activities.
• Operate a telephone switchboard and use client software in the control room.

Skills

SIA Badge

UK manual licence

Gatehouse experience

Own transport

Clear communicator

Phonetic alphabet

5-year UK work history

Tools

Radio control

Job description

Pinnacle Group is seeking a Gatehouse Security Officer to protect our properties and sites. The role is based in Carrington, Manchester, with standard full-time hours 9:30 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. Access to own transport is essential due to location and shift pattern.

You will monitor premises, perform vehicle patrols, respond to incidents and maintain thorough reports. Strong communication and adherence to security protocols are required.