Security Guard

Seddon Agency Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide recruitment company is seeking Security Operatives in Chelmsford, UK. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, controlling access, and handling security paperwork. Applicants must hold a valid SIA licence and have good communication and IT skills. This role requires flexibility for 12-hour shifts and offers an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid SIA licence.
• Effective communication and IT skills are essential.
• Strong judgment, objectivity, and integrity required.

Responsibilities

• Control access and ensure only authorized personnel enter.
• Complete all site security paperwork.
• Conduct regular patrols, both internal and external.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Surveillance Skills

Education

Valid SIA licence

Job description

Overview

Seddon Agency is looking to expand its operations and bring in new Security Operatives. The purpose of the role is to respond to incidents, carry out regular patrols, always provide a security presence and complete all security paperwork ensuring the safety of the client's premises.

Responsibilities

• Must be flexible for 12 hour shifts
• Immediate Start
• Control access to entrances and ensure only authorised personnel are allowed to enter
• Keep a log of all site activity
• Complete all site security paperwork including incident reports, sign in/out sheets, patrols logs, daily logs and handover sheets
• Provide regular high profile external and internal patrols
• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; and permitting entry
• Prevent incidents and damage by providing a visual presence and reporting all incidents to the authorities
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures

Qualifications and Skills

• Valid SIA licence (include in application)
• Communication and basic IT skills
• Surveillance Skills: Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills

Personal Qualities

• Reliable
• Friendly
• Smart in appearance
• Approachable

About the Company

Seddon Agency is a nationwide recruitment company specialising in providing full time, part time, adhoc and temporary staff to companies all around the UK. We provide staff to a variety of companies across multiple industries, including construction, hospitality, corporate and public-sector organisations.