Retail Security Officer

BARDWOOD; Inverness; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BardWood Support Services is seeking a Retail Security Officer for a well-known Inverness store. The role is full-time (40+ hours weekly) with weekend flexibility. You will patrol the premises, greet customers and help maintain safety for staff and visitors.

Applicants should hold an SIA license, have a 5-year work history, and be physically fit with the ability to work under pressure. Previous security experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• SIA License is required.
• Minimum 5-year checkable work/career history.
• Experience in a similar security role is advantageous.
• Must be physically fit to perform tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Handing out baskets.
• Greeting customers.
• Monitoring entry and exit points and investigating disturbances.
• Calling for help in emergencies and operating theft-detecting devices.
• Managing large crowds and maintaining positive customer relations.

Skills

SIA License

5-year work history

Security experience

Physical fitness

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail security officer

Pay Rate – £14.90

Location – Inverness

Shift Timings – Full time 40+ hours a week, must be fully flexible and able to work weekends

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.

Your main responsibilities may include:

• Patrolling the Retail Store Premises.
• Handing out baskets
• Greeting customers
• 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.