Night Security Guardian – London Luxury Hotel

Lore Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guest meals on duty

6 complimentary nights a year at Lore

Lore Group employee rates

Discounts at Lore Group venues

Health plan contributions

Volunteer leave

Life assurance

Training programmes

Job summary

Sea Containers London, a Lore Group hotel on the South Bank, seeks a Night Security Officer to safeguard guests and property during night hours. You will patrol, monitor CCTV and alarms, manage access, document incidents and assist with emergencies while maintaining a professional presence.

Ideal candidates have hotel/security experience, a calm, confident approach and excellent communication. Flexible nights and weekend work are required, with salary and benefits as advertised.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a visible security presence throughout the hotel during night-time operations.
• Conducting regular patrols of guest areas, public spaces, back-of-house areas, entrances, exits and external 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, plant rooms and other 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.

Education

SIA licence

Job description

Sea Containers London, a Lore Group hotel on the South Bank, seeks a Night Security Officer to safeguard guests and property during night hours. You will patrol, monitor CCTV and alarms, manage access, document incidents and assist with emergencies while maintaining a professional presence.

Ideal candidates have hotel/security experience, a calm, confident approach and excellent communication. Flexible nights and weekend work are required, with salary and benefits as advertised.