Night Security Officer

Rendall & Rittner; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enrolment into the Rendall & Rittner.p

Employee assistance programme

Employee referral scheme

Team uniform subject to development

Fully funded training and development

Access to discounts across travel,ret…

Job summary

Rendall & Rittner is recruiting for an overnight security presence in a landmark 180-acre regeneration in North West London. You will patrol internal and external areas, manage access control at the front desk, respond to incidents, and support the concierge with resident-focused service.

With a focus on safety and service, you will complete concise nightly reports and handovers, liaise with contractors, and contribute to a secure, welcoming environment for residents and visitors during night

Qualifications

• Previous experience in residential or front-of-house security environments.
• Confidence using CCTV, access control and incident reporting systems.
• Experience managing emergencies and first response situations.
• SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence.
• Familiarity with large, mixed-use developments or estate patrols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols of internal and external areas, recording findings and actions.
• Manage access control at the front desk and issue passes/keys when needed.
• Respond to alarms, incidents and emergencies in line with site procedures.
• Complete clear nightly reports and handovers for the management team.
• Support concierge services after hours, including resident queries and deliveries.
• Liaise with contractors and the on-call management team to ensure safe night operations.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Log-keeping

Resident services

Education

SIA Door Supervisor licence

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control

Incident reporting

Job description

Be part of a landmark 180-acre regeneration in North West London that blends contemporary living with green space and community energy. This mixed-use neighbourhood will deliver 6,700 new homes and 50 acres of parks, creating a vibrant environment where residents enjoy a 24-hour concierge, gym, fitness studio, screening room and private dining. The setting is dynamic and welcoming, with Brent Cross West Thameslink just moments away, making it a well-connected and engaging place to work every night.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

You will be the reassuring overnight presence for residents and visitors, protecting people, property and peace of mind. Most nights you'll patrol internal and external areas, manage access control at the front desk, respond to incidents, and support the concierge with resident-focused service.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• You maintain a visible, professional presence that makes residents feel safe and welcome.
• You manage access and contractor movements accurately, with impeccable log-keeping.
• You identify and resolve risks early, escalating promptly and appropriately.
• You respond calmly and effectively to alarms, incidents and medical emergencies.
• You keep communal areas secure and immaculate, working closely with concierge and FM teams.
• You build strong rapport with residents, balancing firm security standards with warm service.

HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

• Conducting regular internal and external patrols, recording findings and actions.
• Monitoring CCTV, managing access control systems and issuing passes/keys.
• Handling incidents, alarms and emergencies in line with site procedures.
• Completing clear, concise nightly reports and handovers.
• Supporting concierge services after hours, including resident queries and deliveries.
• Liaising with contractors and the on-call management team to ensure safe night operations.

We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year.

HOW WE HIRE

• Initial conversation with our talent team
• Interview focused on your approach to resident service, incident response, access control, and working safely and reliably on night shifts
• You are calm under pressure and take pride in doing the basics brilliantly every shift.
• You're people-focused, approachable and professional, with strong communication skills.
• You balance a firm approach to safety with empathy and discretion.
• You're detail-driven, punctual and reliable, with a commitment to consistent standards.
• You enjoy working nights and being part of a high-performing team.

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Previous experience in residential or front-of-house security environments.
• Confidence using CCTV, access control and incident reporting systems.
• Experience managing emergencies and first response situations.
• An SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence.
• Familiarity with large, mixed-use developments or estate patrols.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.

Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check.

Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo.

• 16 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enrolment into the Rendall & Rittner pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme supporting family, health, money and work
• Employee referral scheme
• Team uniform subject to development
• Fully funded training and development opportunities
• Access to discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment