Security Guard

Seddon Agency Limited; Salford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruitment agency is seeking a Security Operative to ensure the safety of client premises in Salford, England. Responsibilities include responding to incidents, conducting patrols, and completing necessary security paperwork. The role requires a valid SIA licence and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will be reliable, smart in appearance, and have experience in surveillance and reporting. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA licence required for the role.
• Strong communication and basic IT skills needed.
• Experience in surveillance and reporting is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incidents and carry out regular patrols.
• Secure premises by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance.
• Complete site security paperwork and incident reports.

Skills

Strong communication

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

• Be flexible for 12-hour shifts and ready for an 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 to include incident reports, sign in/out sheets, patrol 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; 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).
• Strong communication and basic IT skills.
• Surveillance skills: Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills.
• Experience

Personal Qualities

• Reliable
• Friendly
• Smart in appearance
• Approachable

About the Company

We are Seddon Agency, 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 industries such as construction, hospitality, corporate, public-sector jobs and many more. Our deep understanding of the recruitment industry assists us in providing only the best staff for the most specific of jobs.