Retail security officer

Omnithaumic Wizardry and Light, Ltd.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

BardWood Support Services is seeking a Retail Security Officer for a busy Stevenage store. You will patrol the floor, greet customers, hand out baskets and monitor entrances and stock areas to deter theft and ensure safety.

This full-time role requires SIA licence, a 5-year checkable work history, and the ability to work under pressure, including weekends. You will report incidents, assist staff, and help build positive customer relations.

Qualifications

• SIA Licence required.
• 5-year checkable work history required.
• Experience in a similar security role is advantageous.
• Physical fitness to perform duties.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling the retail store premises to maintain safety.
• Handing out baskets and greeting customers.
• Monitor entry/exit points and investigate disturbances.
• Call for help in emergencies and operate theft-detecting devices.
• Handle large crowds and build positive customer relations.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Physically fit

Experience in a security role

Education

SIA Licence

5-year checkable work history

Job description

About the role

Title – Retail security officer

Pay Rate – £14.90

Location – Stevenage

Shift Timings – Full time 40 hours per 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.