Security Guard

Serco Limited; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Farnborough is seeking a Security Guard for full-time work in a challenging environment. The role includes patrols, access control, and maintaining site security. Candidates should hold a valid driving licence and be able to achieve security vetting. This position offers competitive salaries, training opportunities, and various employee benefits including well-being programs and pension schemes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across retailers

ShareSave scheme

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SIA Licence or be able to obtain one.
• Able to achieve National Security Vetting (SC).
• Experience in security roles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first line of defence for site security.
• Conduct patrols and escort duties.
• Perform vehicle and baggage searches.
• Control CCTV and entry systems.
• Write reports and liaise with external agencies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent time keeping

Customer service skills

Experience of using Microsoft Office Suite

Full car driving licence

Job description

Overview

Security Guard
Permanent, Full time, 43 hours (Shift pattern of 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off)
Bordon, Hampshire GU35 9JA

Salary: £28,061.06 per annum plus 12% flexibility allowance. Total £31,428.39

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

Serco Defence delivers a wide range of support to the prestigious SDW 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.