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Relief security officer

Amberstone Security

Chatham

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Amberstone Security is seeking a Relief Security Officer in Chatham to provide a visible deterrence against criminal activity, respond to incidents, and collaborate with local authorities. The role requires a valid SIA license, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage conflict professionally.

Benefits

Perkbox recognition - rewards and discount platform

Employee of the month scheme £50

WageStream - access wages earlier

Ongoing training

Qualifications

You must possess a valid SIA Guarding or SIA Door Supervisor licence.
Previous experience in Retail Security is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

Provide visible deterrence and respond to incidents.
Complete incident reports and collaborate with local authorities.
Patrol the shop floor to deter criminal activity.

Skills

Communication

Conflict Management

Visibility Deterrence

Education

Valid SIA Licence

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ASEL, design, develop and deliver fully bespoke and integrated security solutions, seamlessly bringing together people, technology and processes to achieve results-driven outcomes. As the original thinkers behind security risk modelling, which has revolutionised the industry, our business is underpinned by our risk advisory practice, which utilises data and insight to identify and mitigate risk, inform strategy, prevent crime and reduce cost.

We believe that authenticity and transparency are vital to success, so our main objective is to always act with sincerity and integrity in order to provide a genuinely collaborative service, which customers can trust and believe in.

ASEL is part of the Argenbright Holdings Group, a privately owned $2.2bn organisation founded in 1979 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Argenbright has decades of experience in aviation services, facilities management, BPO and technology and a heritage in security services across the USA and Europe.

Location: Chatham

Hours: Varied as this will be relief position

Shift Pattern: Varied as this will be relief position

Hourly Rate: Site dependant between £12.21 - £15.00 Per hour

Main Responsibilities

We believe that the best approach to deterring criminal activity is to understand the vulnerabilities and risk of each location, and bespoke our approach to effectively reduce risk. As a Retail Security Officer, you will be required to provide a visible deterrence, respond to incidents, complete incident reports and collaborate with the local authorities.

You will be expected to carry out all guarding responsibilities whilst in store, such as;

Patrolling the shop floor and deterring criminal activity
Assess and identify vulnerabilities, and work proactively to minimise risk
Liaising with management and local authorities when applicable
Manage vulnerable persons with empathy to not cause distress
Completing colleague and contractor searches when required in line with customer company policy
Digitally report incidents and use tablets/phones for daily activity planning
Detailed and Legible incident reporting to assist the Client and Local Authorities

The Person

To be an effective Security Officer, you will need to be a confident communicator as you will be required to provide detailed verbal and written accounts of criminal activity. You will need to be welcoming and patient with customers, and able to handle conflict in a professional manner.

Required Experience And Qualification

You must have a valid SIA licence to apply for this role. Previous experience of working in a Retail Security Role is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.

Applicants must be able to provide a full 5-year checkable work or back to school history. Should you be selected to attend an interview, please ensure you bring your right to work documents and a recent proof of address.

You must have a current SIA Guarding or SIA Door Supervisor licence to apply for this role

Due to the large number of applicants that we receive if you have not been contacted within 14 days of your application please assume that you have been unsuccessful

Mission, core values & competencies:

Embracing the company’s core values and principles in order to achieve the overall mission of the organisation. Take personal responsibility for own career development by continually assessing and adjusting personal performance and behaviour against the objectives agreed in your ASEL Group Development Plan.

Equality & Diversity

ASEL values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all. Our objectives are that all individuals shall have equal opportunities for employment and advancement on the basis of their skills, aptitudes, and abilities.

ASEL is committed to the engagement and retention of the best possible talent and to creating an environment that encourages excellence through inclusion, equality, diversity, leadership, and management.

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis. Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager.

The above information is not exhaustive, and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be required within the scope of the position and your capabilities.

All employees are required to act professionally, co-operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the position.

Benefits:

Perkbox recognition - rewards and discount platform
Apprenticeship
Employee of the month scheme £50
110% Club of outstanding performers who can receive large prizes and monetary rewards
WageStream - a flexible wage application whereby you can pull your wages out sooner than payday
EAP - Employee Assistance Programme
Progression opportunities within the company
Ongoing training

Seniority level

Seniority level
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Employment type

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Job function
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Industries
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