Security Officer

Medirest; Dartford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Dartford is seeking a motivated Security Officer for a full-time position. You will ensure the safety of customers, staff, and premises while delivering excellent customer service. Key responsibilities include controlling building access and maintaining a positive brand image. Applicants must possess strong communication skills and hold or be eligible for an SIA license.

Benefits

Free annual healthcare check

Mental health support

Access to exclusive benefits

Career training and development opportunities

Earn up to £500 for referrals

Comprehensive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SIA license or be eligible to obtain one.
• Previous experience in delivering fantastic customer service is essential.
• Understanding of relevant health & safety and criminal laws.

Responsibilities

• Control the comings and goings of the buildings.
• Deliver a safe and effective security operation.
• Represent Healthcare and maintain a positive brand image.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Overview

We're currently recruiting a motivated Security Officer to help us ensure continual safety for Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 42 hours per week. As a Security Officer, you will use your skills to ensure the safety of our customers, staff and buildings whilst providing excellent customer service. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go above and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Control the comings and goings of the buildings and surrounding proximity
• Deliver a safe and effective security operation
• Ensure the safety of the premises
• Help the public with general queries
• Represent Healthcare and maintain a positive brand image
• Be an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator, either hold a valid SIA license or be eligible to hold one
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have determination and resilience
• Have previous experience in delivering fantastic customer service
• Look smart and professional
• Take individual initiative and be an excellent team player
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Have an eye for detail
• Understand relevant health & safety, criminal laws and operations

About the employer

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Benefits

• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance

Shift patterns

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts