Nightshift Security Officer

Blue Arrow; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking security personnel to provide crime prevention and emergency response services at a university. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, enforcing regulations, and assisting with events. Candidates must possess an SIA Door Supervisor license, a valid UK driving license, and exhibit strong observational skills. This is a full-time position with a pay rate of £12.88 per hour, operating on a night shift schedule.

Benefits

Disability Confident Employer

Job stability

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• SIA Door Supervisor license is required.
• Full valid UK driver's license.
• Previous experience in a security role is preferred.
• First Aid certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide crime prevention advice to victims and report issues.
• Carry out foot and mobile patrols to prevent crime.
• Enforce car parking regulations within the University.
• Assist with events through marshalling and crowd control.
• Safely transport cash and valuables.
• Maintain reports and records, providing evidence in court.
• Ensure health and safety, mitigating hazards.
• Administer first aid and manage emergencies.

Skills

Observational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Specific duties will vary occasionally; the following list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive:
* Crime Prevention Patrols and Emergency Response: Provide crime prevention advice to victims or potential victims and report any issues/defects affecting safety and security.
* Foot and Mobile Patrols: Prevent crime, vandalism, and breaches of the peace through surveillance activities (including CCTV), building checks, and hazard identification.
* Car Parking and Traffic Control: Enforce car parking regulations within the University and ensure access for emergency and essential service vehicles.
* Marshalling and Crowd Control: Assist with events and activities of the University.
* Escort Duties: Safely transport cash and valuables.
* Use of Information Technology: Utilize various computing packages, including the Security database.
* Reporting and Record Keeping: Provide reports, statements, and other records; give evidence in court as required.
* Health and Safety: Ensure the health and safety of yourself and others, including identifying and mitigating hazards.
* Routine Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Tasks: Carry out tasks such as clearing ice and snow, responding to emergencies in Halls of Residences, and assisting with student and visitor wellbeing.
* First Aid Duties: Administer first aid, including the use of Epipens and Defibrillators.
* Opening and Closing Buildings: Ensure the security of University buildings.
* Other Duties: Carry out any other duties within the scope of the grade as required by the Department / Line Manager. Respond to occurrences in Halls of Residences, assist in general wellbeing, safety, security, and conduct of residents.

Requirements:
* SIA Door Supervisor license is required.
* Full valid UK driver's license.
* Previous experience in a security role is preferred.
* Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Physical fitness to carry out patrols and emergency response tasks.
* First Aid certification is an advantage.

Shift Pattern:
* 37 hours per week
* Shift hours are 19:00 - 07:00.

Pay Rate:
* £12.88 per hour.

Application Process: Please attach your CV to apply to this advert, only if you have a valid SIA and UK driving licence.
Applications will be reviewed by a member of our team.

Note: This role is unsuitable for students due to the rolling rota.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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