Security Officer

Sodexo; Horley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Career development

Employee benefits package

Wellbeing platform access

24/7 virtual GP Service

Discounts scheme

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a professional Security Officer to protect people, property and assets at Gatwick. The role involves site patrols, access control, and monitoring CCTV and alarms to respond to incidents.

You will need an SIA licence, frontline customer service experience, and the ability to work day and night shifts. We offer flexible hours, free parking and a benefits package as part of Sodexo’s employee program.

Qualifications

• SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence is essential.
• Frontline customer service experience is required.
• Experience in security patrols and facilities/operations is advantageous.
• Strong observation and alertness with clear written records.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions.
• Basic IT skills and ability to use site systems.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and site policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment on site, protecting people, property and assets.
• Carry out patrols of internal, external, perimeter and car park areas.
• Control access and egress for staff, visitors, contractors and vehicles.
• Welcome and book in visitors and contractors following induction procedures.
• Monitor CCTV, access control, fire alarms and other security systems.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies following site procedures.
• Work with colleagues and emergency services during incidents.
• Carry out staff and vehicle searches as required.
• Support weighbridge operations and record vehicle movements accurately.
• Maintain incident reports and Health & Safety documentation.
• Identify hazards and report issues promptly.
• Provide clear shift handovers to colleagues.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new Security Officers.
• Complete competency checks and SIA licence updates.
• Maintain a professional, customer-focused presence.
• Work flexibly as part of the security team.

Skills

Frontline customer service

Observational skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

Independence

IT skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

First Aid at Work (EFAW)

Tools

CCTV systems

Access control systems

Fire alarm systems

Job description

Full time42 hours per week4 on 4 off both days and nights£13.45 per hourFree parkingOpportunities for career developmentPlus our Sodexo employee benefits packageSecurity OfficerGatwick - Full timeProtect 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:

• Help maintain a safe and secure environment for everyone on site, protecting people, property and assets.
• Carry out regular internal, external, perimeter and car park patrols, remaining alert to potential security concerns.
• Control access and egress for employees, visitors, contractors and vehicles.
• Welcome and book in visitors and contractors, ensuring the correct security and induction
  procedures are followed.
• Monitor CCTV, access control, fire alarm and other security systems, responding promptly to alerts or incidents.
• Respond effectively to fire alarms, intruder alerts, emergencies and calls for assistance, following site procedures at all times.
• Work closely with colleagues, managers, contractors and emergency services when responding to incidents.
• Carry out staff and vehicle searches when required and in accordance with site procedures.
• Support weighbridge operations and accurately record vehicle movements.
• Maintain accurate security records, including incident reports, Health & Safety documentation and daily occurrence records.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses, incidents and security concerns promptly.
• Provide clear and professional shift handovers, ensuring important information and ongoing issues are communicated.
• Assist with the onboarding and training of new Security Officers by demonstrating site procedures and tasks.
• Complete required competency checks,
  training and SIA licence updates to maintain your knowledge and skills.
• Maintain a professional, approachable and customer-focused presence at all times.
• Work flexibly as part of the wider security team to support the needs of the site.

What you'll bring:

• A valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding licence - essential.
• Previous frontline customer service experience.
• Previous security, patrolling, facilities or operational experience would be advantageous.
• Strong observational skills with the ability to remain alert and vigilant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to accurately complete written records and incident reports.
• A calm and professional approach when dealing with emergencies, incidents or challenging situations.
• The confidence to work independently, use your initiative and make appropriate decisions.
• A positive, helpful and customer-focused attitude.
• Basic IT skills with the confidence to use computers and site systems.
• The, ability to follow security, Health & Safety and site procedures accurately, A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.Previous weighbridge experience would be advantageous.
• An Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate would be beneficial.
• A full UK driving licence would be desirable.

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.Belong in a company and team that values you for you.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