Luxury Hotel Night Security Specialist

Sea Containers London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 complimentary nights a year at Lore/

Employee discounts

Free meals on duty

Health & life insurance

Employee assistance programme

Training and development

Job summary

Sea Containers London is seeking a Night Security Officer to safeguard guests, colleagues and property during the night hours. The role involves patrolling, monitoring CCTV and alarms, and responding to incidents to ensure a safe, seamless guest experience.

Ideal candidates will have previous hotel or security experience, a calm professional demeanor, strong communication skills and a proven ability to maintain accurate logs and reports.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hotel, hospitality, security or similar environment is desirable.
• A calm, professional and confident approach when dealing with incidents or challenging situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good written skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential security issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a visible security presence throughout the hotel during night-time operations.
• Conducting regular patrols of guest areas, public spaces and back-of-house areas.
• Monitoring CCTV, alarms, access control systems and other security equipment.
• Responding promptly and professionally to security incidents, emergencies and guest or colleague concerns.
• Managing access to the hotel and challenging unauthorised persons where appropriate.
• Recording and reporting all incidents, accidents, suspicious activity and security concerns accurately.
• Supporting the Night Manager and wider hotel team with emergency situations and operational requirements.
• Carrying out regular checks of fire exits, emergency equipment and key areas.
• Assisting with fire alarm activations, evacuations and other emergency procedures in accordance with hotel policies.
• Liaising with emergency services, contractors and other external parties when required.
• Supporting the protection of hotel guests, colleagues, assets and property.
• Ensuring all security equipment and systems are functioning correctly and reporting any faults promptly.
• Maintaining accurate security logs, handover information and relevant compliance documentation.
• Providing clear and detailed handovers to the incoming team, highlighting incidents, outstanding issues and areas requiring attention.

Skills

Communication

Record keeping

Calm professional approach

Interpersonal skills

Education

SIA licence

Job description

Sea Containers London is seeking a Night Security Officer to safeguard guests, colleagues and property during the night hours. The role involves patrolling, monitoring CCTV and alarms, and responding to incidents to ensure a safe, seamless guest experience.

Ideal candidates will have previous hotel or security experience, a calm professional demeanor, strong communication skills and a proven ability to maintain accurate logs and reports.