Retail Security Officer

Bardwood; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services company in the UK is seeking a Retail Security Officer in Andover. The role involves patrolling the premises, investigating disturbances, and maintaining safety for staff and visitors. Candidates must possess an SIA License, have a 5-year checkable work history, and be physically fit. The position offers a pay rate of £12.60 per hour and various benefits upon permanent transfer, including medical cover and life insurance. Flexibility to work various shifts is essential.

Benefits

Company-funded SIA License renewal

Cycle to work scheme

Smart tech purchase scheme

Salary finance loans

Retail vouchers

Save as you earn

Life cover

Private medical cover

Childcare vouchers

Private pensions

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess an SIA License.
• 5-year checkable work history is required.
• Experience in security or a similar role is preferred.
• Must be physically fit for various tasks.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the premises of the retail store regularly.
• Investigate any disturbances and monitor entry/exit points.
• Request assistance in emergencies and use theft-detecting devices.
• Manage large crowds and build positive relations with customers.

Skills

Patrolling

Investigating disturbances

Operating theft-detecting devices

Customer relations

Ability to work under pressure

Education

SIA License

5-year checkable work/career history

Previous experience in a similar role

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail Security Officer

Pay Rate – £12.60

Location – Western Avenue, Andover

Shift Timings – 40 hours a week, must be flexible to work any day

You will be working in a well-known retail store, which holds various stock. Officers are responsible for providing safety and security to both staff and visitors alike.

What will you get in return?

Please note all our roles require transfer to our client on a permanent basis after 12 weeks, with the following amazing benefits being offered upon transfer.

• Company-funded SIA License renewal.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Smart tech – allowing employees to buy the latest tech, deducted from their salaries monthly at no additional interest.
• Salary finance loans and monthly advances.
• Vouchers across various retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Argos, and ASDA, as well as holidays, leisure, fashion, pets, and many more.
• Save as you earn.
• Life cover.
• Private medical cover.
• Childcare vouchers.
• Private pensions.
• Fantastic opportunity to join an evolving family.

Your main responsibilities may include

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Investigating Disturbances, as well as monitoring the entry and exit points of the retail store.
• Confidently calling for help in emergency situations and operating theft-detecting devices.
• Effectively dealing with large crowds and building positive customer relations.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following

• SIA License.
• 5-year checkable work/career history.
• Experience in a similar role, would an advantage
• Physically fit to undertake given tasks.
• Possess the ability to work under pressure.

About our company

At BardWood Support Services we are recruitment specialists, supporting the facilities industry in the UK since 2015. We recognize that PEOPLE are our most valued resource and as such we aim to ensure our employees are matched within the right role that suits them, with a view to help them progress.