Security Officer

OCS; Brighton; Hybride; GBP 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sussex Estates and Facilities LLP is hiring a security officer for the University of Sussex, Brighton. You will patrol campus facilities, monitor CCTV and alarms, respond to emergencies, and provide first aid in collaboration with the Emergency Response Team.

The role includes access control, key management, and supporting departments such as Housing and Residential Life. The ideal candidate holds an SIA DS and CCTV licence, a UK driving licence, and the right to work in the UK, with a

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass BS7858 vetting
• Active SIA DS and CCTV licences
• UK driving licence
• Clear, timely and appropriate verbal and written communication
• Ability to perform patrols
• Professional, tactful and helpful approach to students, staff and the public

Responsabilités

• Patrolling the site on foot and by car to prevent or detect security breaches or anti-social behaviour
• Responding to emergencies including alarm activations and traffic incidents
• Operating the Security Control Room, monitoring CCTV, fire and intruder alarms, and managing communications
• Providing first aid in collaboration with the University Emergency Response Team
• Issuing and logging keys/access cards for residents, contractors and staff
• Locking and unlocking campus buildings and assisting with evacuations
• Assisting with student/staff lockouts and reception duties when required
• Providing access control and supporting university departments as needed

Description du poste

About The Role:

Days of Working: This position will be based at The University of Sussex, Brighton, working days and nights 645-645.

Working as part of a team to provide a professional, efficient, and approachable security service whilst maintaining a high level of customer service to students, staff, and visitors. To ensure the University campus is a safe environment for all campus users.

• Patrolling the site (on foot and by car) to prevent or detect security breaches or anti-social behaviour.
• Responding to emergencies, including alarm activations and traffic incidents, and taking initial safeguarding actions.
• Operating the Security Control Room, including monitoring CCTV, fire, and intruder alarms, and managing communications via phone, radio, and in person.
• Work with the University Emergency Response Team in providing first aid
• Issuing and logging keys/access cards for residents, contractors, and staff.
• Carry out locking and unlocking of campus buildings
• Assisting with building evacuations, escorting valuables, handling complaints (e.g. noise, anti-social behaviour), and supporting guests and visitors.
• Act as a first point of contact for students seeking assistance.
• Offer support to other University departments e.g. Housing, Student Discipline, Residential Life Team.
• Undertake any reasonable task required to ensure the efficient and professional functioning of the security department and the wider FM team.
• Assisting with student/staff lockouts and reception duties when required.
• Access control.

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK and ability to pass BS7858 vetting.
• Active SIA DS and CCTV Licences.
• UK driving licence.
• Clear, timely, and appropriate verbal and written communication is essential for interacting with residents, staff, and emergency services.
• Must be able to active tasks such as patrols.
• A professional, tactful, and helpful approach to dealing with students, staff, and the public, including in high-pressure situations.

About The Company:

This recruitment campaign is being managed by OCS Group UK on behalf of Sussex Estates and Facilities LLP (SEF) - which is a partnership formed between OCS and the University of Sussex. SEF is the direct employer for this role and is responsible for delivering facilities management services across the University of Sussex estate.

OCS is proud to partner with the University of Sussex in this long-term collaboration. With a workforce of over 50,000 colleagues and a turnover exceeding £2 billion, OCS is a market leader in delivering innovative and award-winning services across facilities management, including hard services, cleaning, security, and catering. These strengths underpin our commitment to excellence in the SEF partnership.

Our shared mission is to enhance the University campus by ensuring it operates smoothly and efficiently, aligning with the University’s values and commitment to sustainability. Together, we are dedicated to making the campus a better place for students, staff, and the broader community. The partnership is built on the core values of Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment guiding how we work and deliver services.

Please note: The employing organisation for this role will be Sussex Estates and Facilities LLP.

Pre-Employment Assessment

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be asked to complete a short English assessment. This is to ensure that the essential skills required for the role can be demonstrated. The assessment is designed to reflect the practical requirements of the position and is applied consistently to all applicants.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete the assessment, please let us know in advance. We are committed to making the process accessible and will work with you to provide appropriate support or alternative arrangements where needed.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.