Security Officer

Sodexo Group; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Career development opportunities

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Halifax is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to protect staff and visitors on site. You will monitor access, operate CCTV and security systems, and respond calmly to alarms and incidents.

This full-time role offers a 4-on/4-off schedule with 42 hours per week at £13.72 per hour, free parking, and opportunities for career development within a supportive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Security Guarding licence is essential.
• Experience in a security role or similar environment.
• Good knowledge of security procedures and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies or unexpected situations.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for security matters on site, maintaining a safe environment.
• Control and monitor access and egress of people and vehicles.
• Monitor premises using CCTV and other security systems; respond to concerns or incidents.
• Carry out regular security patrols and checks across the site.
• Respond promptly to fire alarms, emergencies and security incidents.
• Monitor fire control systems and perform scheduled fire alarm testing.
• Welcome visitors and contractors with checks and inductions.
• Maintain records for keys, access cards and security-controlled items.
• Record vehicle information and weighbridge activity where required.
• Manage incoming calls as first point of contact for the site.
• Follow Health & Safety, emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Complete shift handovers with relevant information.

Skills

SIA Security Guarding licence

Security experience

Communication skills

CCTV knowledge

Observation skills

Health & Safety awareness

Driving licence

Education

SIA Security Guarding Licence (essential)

SIA CCTV Licence (advantageous)

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control

Security systems

Job description

• Full time
• 42 hours per week
• 4 on 4 off both days and nights
• £13.72 per hour
• Free parking
• Opportunities for career development
• Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Security Officer

Halifax - Full time

Protect our customers, unlock your career.

At Sodexo, we’re passionate about our people. We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and the safety of our clients, customers, and employees. If you're a vigilant professional with a passion for security, then secure your career with Sodexo!

A role where you’re the key to keeping everyone safe. Valued. Recognised. Rewarded.

What you’ll do:

• Act as a key point of contact for security matters on site, helping to maintain a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors and contractors.
• Control and monitor the access and egress of people and vehicles, ensuring site security procedures are followed at all times.
• Monitor premises using CCTV and other security systems, responding appropriately to any concerns or unusual activity.
• Carry out regular security patrols and checks across the site.
• Respond promptly to fire alarms, emergencies and security incidents, following established procedures.
• Monitor and support the operation of fire control systems and carry out scheduled fire alarm testing.
• Welcome visitors and contractors, ensuring appropriate checks, registration and site inductions are completed.
• Maintain accurate records for keys, access cards and other security-controlled items.
• Carry out vehicle security checks and accurately record vehicle information, including weighbridge activity where required.
• Manage incoming calls and act as a professional first point of contact for the site.
• Follow Health & Safety, emergency and evacuation procedures at all times.
• Accurately record and report incidents, accidents, security concerns and unexpected visitors.
• Complete detailed shift handovers, ensuring the incoming team has all relevant information.
• Follow site Assignment Instructions and security procedures at all times.
• Work flexibly with the wider team, providing additional security support when required.

What you’ll bring:

• A valid SIA Security Guarding licence – essential.
• Previous experience working in a security role or similar environment.
• Good knowledge and understanding of security procedures and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to deal professionally with employees, visitors and contractors.
• Strong observational and situational awareness skills.
• Experience with CCTV, access control and security systems would be beneficial.
• An SIA CCTV licence would be advantageous.
• The ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies or unexpected situations.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate security records and documentation.
• A professional, customer-focused approach with a commitment to providing excellent service.
• A good understanding of Health & Safety, emergency and evacuation procedures.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A flexible and reliable approach to work.
• A full UK driving licence would be desirable.

Why Sodexo?:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you foryou.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

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