Multi Skilled Operative

Sodexo; Smeeth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo rewards and discounts

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Multi Skilled Security Officer at Sevington Inland Border Facility, Ashford, Kent. The role involves patrolling and safeguarding the site with a strong customer service focus, Monday to Friday 10:00-18:00 / 12:00-20:00 shifts, and a pay rate of £13.25 per hour.

Applicants should hold a valid SIA licence, be reliable, and comfortable using radios and reporting tools. Rewards and discounts are included as part of Sodexo's benefits package.

Qualifications

• SIA Licence is essential for this role.
• Strong sense of responsibility and integrity under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills and confidence with security tools.

Responsibilities

• Be professional, courteous and helpful at all times while carrying out duties to a high standard.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, keeping customers informed.
• Assist clients, contractors and visitors ensuring site procedures are followed.
• Liaise with statutory authorities, handling incidents and providing information.
• Continuously monitor site radio systems and follow procedures.
• Maintain site records such as incident forms and reference materials.
• Develop strong working relationships with the on-site client.

Skills

SIA Licence

Security awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Security systems

Radios

Job description

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£13.25 per hour + Sodexo rewards and benefits

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Kent

Closing Date:

05/11/2026

Job Category:

Security

Job Introduction

• Monday to Friday 10:00 - 18:00 and 12:00 - 20:00
• £13.25 per hour
• Sodexo rewards and discounts
• SIA licence - prefrable
• Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios, or reporting tools.

As a Multi Skilled Security Officer at Sevington Inland Border Facility Ashford Kent TN25 6GE, you will play a critical role in maintaining a secure, safe, and positive environment for all employees, visitors, and clients. This position requires a dependable individual who can remain alert, enforce site protocols, and respond effectively to various situations. You’ll be a visible presence on site, combining vigilance with excellent customer service to support Sodexo’s commitment to operational excellence and safety.

• Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carrying out duties of he highest level.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, ensuring customers are consistently informed throughout the process.
• Provide assistant to clients, contractors and visitors ensuring all site procedures and polices are adhered too.
• To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and providing information to support.
• Continuous monitoring of site radio systems adhering to the correct procedures.
• Maintaining site records such as reference materials, incident forms and site occurrence book.
• To develop excellent working relationships with our on site client.

What You Will Bring:

• Avalid SIA (Security Industry Authority) Licence– essential for this role.
• A strong sense of responsibility and integrity, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Good observational awareness and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative when needed.
• Basic IT skills and confidence using security systems, radios, or reporting tools.

What weoffer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe partof something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values youforyou;you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everydayactions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications