Security/Car Parking Assistant

Mpa Recruitment; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Ongoing support from a dedicated MPA

Opportunity for contract extension

Job summary

MPA Recruitment is currently seeking applications for the position of Security / Car Parking Assistant on behalf of our client in Belfast. This varied role requires vigilance, calmness and excellent customer service as you help maintain a safe environment for staff, visitors and service users.

Daily duties include security patrols, parking supervision and general support, plus responding to incidents, liaising with emergency services when required, and keeping accurate records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a security role.
• Full UK driving licence valid for use in the UK (manual transmission).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work rotating day and night shifts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular internal and external security patrols, on foot and by vehicle.
• Respond to security incidents and calls for assistance.
• Monitor access, report security concerns and maintain logs/records.
• Provide escorts where needed and liaise with external agencies (e.g., PSNI).
• Support car parking operations and day-to-day facilities tasks.
• Assist with portering duties and general support tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and report equipment issues.

Skills

Security experience

Driving licence

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Rotating shifts

Job description

Location: Belfast/Greater Belfast
Hours: Full-time, rotating day and night shifts

About the Role:

MPA Recruitment is currently seeking applications for the position of Security / Car Parking Assistant on behalf of our client.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced security professional to join a busy operational environment where you will play an important role in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for staff, visitors and service users.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a varied range of security, car parking and general support duties. You will be required to respond to incidents, carry out regular patrols, monitor access and report security concerns, while providing a professional and customer-focused service at all times.

This is a varied role requiring individuals who are confident, observant and able to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging or unexpected situations.

Key Responsibilities:

Security & Safety

• Carry out regular internal and external security patrols, both on foot and by vehicle.
• Respond promptly to calls for security assistance and reported incidents.
• Respond to suspicious, threatening or aggressive behaviour and challenge unauthorised persons where appropriate.
• Help protect staff, visitors, service users, property and organisational assets.
• Respond to intruder alarm activations and take appropriate action in line with training and procedures.
• Report security breaches, faults, damage, incidents and accidents through the appropriate channels.
• Maintain accurate security logs, records and incident reports.
• Assist with the investigation of incidents, accidents, losses and other security-related matters.
• Liaise with relevant external agencies, including the PSNI, when required.
• Provide escorts for staff who have concerns about their personal safety where appropriate.
• Support emergency and major incident arrangements as required.
• Follow all relevant health and safety, security and organisational policies and procedures.
• Correctly use security equipment and PPE provided for the role and report any loss or damage.
• Assist with CCTV-related duties following completion of the required training and accreditation.
• Handle confidential waste and other sensitive materials in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Take possession of lost property and deal with it appropriately.
• Maintain a professional appearance and provide a courteous, customer-focused service at all times.

Car Parking

• Support the day-to-day management of car parking facilities.
• Monitor traffic flow throughout the site and identify potential issues or obstructions.
• Report unauthorised parking, obstructions and other car parking concerns through the appropriate channels.
• Assist with maintaining safe and accessible routes within car parks and surrounding areas.
• Support staff, visitors and service users with car parking-related queries where appropriate.
• Assist with car parking arrangements during emergencies or major incidents.
• Help ensure access is maintained for priority personnel and essential services when required.

Portering & General Support

• Provide support with priority portering duties when demand exceeds available portering resources.
• Assist with the movement and escort of cash to the relevant cash office.
• Support the movement of equipment, items and materials as required within the limits of the role and training provided.
• Assist wider support services with operational tasks when required.
• Carry out periodic cleaning duties where required.
• Report obstructions within passageways, entrances, footpaths, fire escapes and roadways.
• Report damage to property and equipment failures through the appropriate channels.
• Maintain a clean, safe and uncluttered working environment.
• Complete any other duties appropriate to the grade and requirements of the role.

What We’re Looking for?

Essential Criteria

• Must be 18 years of age or over.
• Minimum of 2 years' previous experience working in a security role.
• Current full UK driving licence valid for use in the UK.
• Full driving licence must permit the holder to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to use initiative and work independently.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts.
• Strong awareness of health, safety and security procedures.
• Professional, reliable and customer-focused approach.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working within a busy or high-footfall environment.
• Experience responding to incidents or dealing with challenging behaviour.
• Experience working alongside emergency services or other external agencies.
• Experience of maintaining security logs, incident reports or other operational records.
• Previous experience within healthcare, public sector, commercial, retail or other complex environments.

Additional Information:

• An Enhanced Access NI Check may be required for this role.

What we can offer you:

• Weekly pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated MPA Recruitment Consultant.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a leading public sector organisation.
• Full-time office-based position with regular working hours.
• Potential for contract extension depending on service requirements.

Why Apply?

• Use your existing security experience in a professional healthcare environment.
• Gain valuable experience working within Health & Social Care.
• Join a role offering variety across security, car parking and portering.
• Work as part of a supportive hospital services team.
• Opportunity for further public sector assignments through MPA Recruitment.

MPA Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.