Security Guard

Serco Limited; Corsham; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Corsham is looking for a Security Guard for their Skynet contract. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of £28,061 annually, plus a 12% flexibility allowance. Responsibilities include conducting patrols, managing CCTV systems, and liaising with visitors. The position requires strong customer service skills and offers comprehensive benefits including training opportunities and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with retailers

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Valid full car driving licence (manual).
• Able to achieve National Security Vetting (SC).
• Experience in security roles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line of defence in support of the site mission.
• Conduct patrols and escort duties.
• Perform vehicle and baggage searches.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Flexibility

Education

SIA Licence holders preferable

First Aid certification

Job description

Security Guard
Permanent, Full time, 43 hours (Shift pattern of 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)
Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9NP

£28,061 per annum plus 12% flexibility allowance. Total £31,428

Serco have an exciting opportunity for a Security Guard to join their Skynet contract in Corsham, Wiltshire.

Serco Defence delivers a wide range of support to the prestigious Skynet contract providing secure satellite communication services to the UK Government and Armed Forces. The role requires attention to detail, excellent time keeping and excellent customer service skills. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• First line of defence in support of the site mission
• Patrols and escort duties
• Vehicle and baggage searches
• Issue and receipt of keys
• Control of CCTV, IDS & Entry Control systems
• Processing visitors
• Report writing
• Liaise with other security personnel and outside agencies
• Ongoing training and development
• A degree of flexibility and other duties within scope as required by the Security Manager

Security Industry Authority Information:

• SIA Licence holders preferable; able to carry out physical guarding duties
• SIA training & licence costs may be provided for the right candidate, full uniform and PPE will also be provided.

What you'll need to do the role:

• Valid full car driving licence (manual)
• Able to achieve National Security Vetting (SC)
• Experience of using Microsoft Office Suite
• Enthusiastic candidates that are considering a career in security, we welcome applications from candidates considering a new challenge

Desirable:

• Experience of working in a secure government environment or similar
• First Aid certification

What we offer:

• Salary:Competitive salaries with annual reviews
• Pension:Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Holidays:25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Training and development:We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
• Wellbeing:24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
• Discounts:Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• ShareSave scheme:Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
• Employee networks:Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
• Charity:Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.