Security Officer

First Military Recruitment; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Security Officer in Huntingdon. The successful candidate will ensure a secure environment for staff and visitors, requiring a valid SIA license. Responsibilities include site patrols, visitor management, and compliance with safety procedures. Candidates with an ex-military background are encouraged to apply. This position offers a range of benefits including paid SIA renewals and enhanced sick pay.

Benefits

Enhanced Company sick pay scheme

Paid SIA license renewals

Regular industry training programmes

Access to wellbeing services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards and DV Clearance Standards.
• Valid SIA license must always be displayed.
• Must be able to complete required documents and incident records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site and carry out regular site patrols.
• Ensure visitors and contractors sign in and out of the site.
• Set and unset alarm security systems for out-of-hours.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Ability to multitask and work under pressure

Valid SIA Front-Line License

Excellent IT Skills

Valid UK Driving License

Tools

Microsoft Office packages (e.g., Excel)

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Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Security Officer on behalf of one of our clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a secure and safe environment for all staff & visitors on site. You will be working an average of 48 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with shifts from 07:30 to 17:06.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain overall surveillance of the site, carrying out regular site patrols and recording these as per the business and customer requirements.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors are correctly briefed, sign in and out of the site.
• Record the entry and exit of deliveries on site, including processing paperwork in line with site quality procedures.
• Carry out patrols to the correct standards.
• Set and unset primary and secondary alarm security systems for out-of-hours security if applicable.
• Comply with site waste management procedures.
• Complete required documents, including daily occurrence logs, shift handovers, incident/accident records, and site-specific reports.
• Familiarize with Assignment Instructions, Risk Assessments, and other safety documents; advise the Duty Manager and/or client personnel on changes or recommendations to improve safety and security.
• Maintain training records via the Colleague Portal, ensuring skills are up to date, especially first aid and fire marshal training in accordance with legislative guidelines.
• Apply your SIA skills professionally at all times. Your SIA license must be always displayed.
• Perform ad hoc duties as directed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards and DV Clearance Standards.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Valid SIA Front-Line License – essential.
• Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work under pressure.
• Excellent IT Skills, including Microsoft Office packages (e.g., Excel).
• A valid UK Driving License.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Company sick pay scheme.
• Paid SIA license renewals.
• Regular industry training programmes.
• Enhanced Family Leave Pay.
• Access to wellbeing services: Digital GP’s, Annual Health Checks, and Fitness Discounts.
• Reward and Recognition Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Annual employee engagement surveys – Your View Matters.
• Access to staff discounts and perks.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Death in Service Scheme.
• Colleagues Welfare Fund.