Security Officer

OCS Group Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking a Security Officer to provide a professional and friendly service to employees and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring fire, security, and building systems, conducting regular patrols, and responding to security incidents. Applicants must possess an SIA licence and have the right to work in the UK. Strong communication skills and a professional demeanour are essential. This role is crucial for ensuring site security and compliance with relevant legislation.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Experience in the Security Industry is an advantage.
• SIA licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first line support to employees and visitors.
• Monitor fire, security, and building systems.
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure the security of the premises.
• Respond promptly to any security incidents or emergencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Professional demeanour

Sound judgement and integrity

Reliability and punctuality

Job description

As a Security Officer, you will be the first line of support for employees and visitors to the site, providing a professional and friendly service. You will be responsible for monitoring fire, security, and building systems, ensuring that all assigned tasks are completed in a professional and timely manner, and in compliance with relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first line support to employees and visitors to the site, providing a professional and friendly service
• Monitor fire, security, and building systems
• Ensure that assigned tasks are completed in a professional and timely manner, meeting relevant legislation
• Conduct regular patrols to ensure the security of the premises
• Respond promptly to any security incidents or emergencies
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and activities
• Collaborate with other security personnel to ensure comprehensive coverage

Qualifications & Requirements

• You must have the right to work in the UK
• Experience of working within the Security Industry is an advantage
• SIA licence is essential
• Ability to work on own initiative
• A professional demeanour with sound judgement and integrity
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic

About OCS UK & Ireland

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.