Security Guard

Seddon Agency Limited; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide recruitment company is seeking Security Operatives to respond to incidents and conduct regular patrols. The role involves securing premises, controlling access, and completing all related security paperwork. Candidates must have a valid SIA licence and good communication skills. This position offers immediate start and requires flexibility for 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SIA licence.
• Strong communication skills and basic IT knowledge required.
• Experience in security or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incidents and carry out regular patrols.
• Control access to entrances and log site activity.
• Complete security paperwork and incident reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Surveillance skills

Education

Valid SIA licence

Job description

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.

About the job

• Must be flexible for 12‑hour shifts
• Immediate start
• Control access to entrances and ensuring 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

• Valid SIA licence (include in application)
• Communication skills
• Basic IT skills
• Experience
• Surveillance skills: judgment, objectivity, dependability, integrity, safety management, professionalism, reporting skills

Personal Qualities

• Reliable
• Friendly
• Smart in appearance
• Approachable

We are Seddon Agency, a nationwide recruitment company specialising in providing full‑time, part‑time, ad‑hoc and temporary staff to companies all around the UK. We provide staff to a variety of companies stretching across a multitude of different 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.