Security Officer

Anchor Group Services; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in the UK is looking for a dedicated Security Officer to work 24 hours per week, primarily on weekends. The role requires a valid SIA licence and involves providing a high level of customer service, conducting patrols, and ensuring the safety of the property. Key responsibilities include managing incidents, maintaining reports, and acting professionally with visitors. The position offers several training opportunities, a pension scheme, and more. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a reliable, enthusiastic attitude.

Benefits

Access to nationally recognised courses

SIA and First Aid training

Auto Enrolment Pension

Wagestream – access to pay as earned

Cycle to Work Scheme

Full uniform provided

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Hospital Saturday Fund

Reward and Recognition awards

Qualifications

• Full 5-year employment checkable history.
• Experience in customer service and handling conflict.
• Smart appearance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Protect client's property by providing security services.
• Report irregularities and maintain legal compliance.
• Provide a professional and friendly service to customers.

Skills

Customer Service

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-moving environment

Conflict management

Education

Valid frontline SIA licence DS or SG

Job description

Job Role: Security Officer

Working Hours: 24 hours per week – Saturday and Sunday 7:00-19:00

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Location: The Pinnacle, 67 Albion Street, Leeds LS1 5AA

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services for an experienced Security Officer to join our established security team based at The Pinnacle Building in Leeds.

The successful candidate must have a valid SIA Licence as a minimum. You will be required to provide a high level of customer service to visitors to the site, complete patrols and remain vigilant at all times.

Duties include

• Protecting the client’s property, people and/or assets by providing security services in direct accordance with the site’s published Assignment Instructions (AIs) and site-specific procedures
• Preventing losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing offenders of policy and procedures
• Preventing and escalating incidents in a timely, accurate and appropriate manner to the Control Room / Shift Manager / Operations Manager / Emergency Services as appropriate for serious incidents
• Completing reports by recording observations, information, occurrences and surveillance activities
• Maintaining organisation’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements
• Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Acting as a first line support to customers and visitors to the site by providing a professional and friendly service
• Understanding the needs of our customer, responding accordingly to customer queries and requests and taking appropriate action
• Maintaining professional conduct at all times

Requirements

• Full 5-year employment checkable history
• Valid frontline SIA licence DS or SG
• Customer Service experience and confidence to handle conflict in a correct manner
• Flexible to meet the job requirements
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Smart appearance and be well-groomed
• Reliable and punctual
• High level of enthusiasm and passion
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment

Benefits

• Access to a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career via the Anchor Academy
• Access to SIA and First Aid training at discounted rates with financial support available
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement for auto-enrolment)
• Wagestream – access to pay as you earn it
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available
• Full uniform provided
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• Hospital Saturday Fund
• Reward and Recognition awards

Whats Next

If you would like to be considered for this position, APPLY NOW and we will be in touch.

Other companies may call this role: Security Specialist, Security Operative, Patrol Officer, Shopping Centre Security Officer, Security Enforcement Officer, SIA Security Officer.

Within commuting distance of: Leeds, Horsforth, Guiseley, Pudsey, Morley, Farsley, Ilkley, Otley, Roundhay, Headingley, Chapel, Allerton, Cross Gates, Garforth, Rothwell, Yeadon, Bramley, Meanwood, Seacroft, Wetherby, Tingley, Armley, Burley in Wharfedale, Menston, Church Fenton.

Required Skills

• Full 5-year employment checkable history
• Valid frontline SIA licence DS or SG
• Customer Service experience and confidence to handle conflict in a correct manner
• Flexible to meet the job requirements
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Smart appearance and be well-groomed
• Reliable and punctual
• High level of enthusiasm and passion
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment

Key Skills

CCTV, Customer Service, Communication skills, Computer Skills, ICD Coding, Military Experience, Law Enforcement, NIST Standards, Security, DoD Experience, RMF, Writing Skills

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Hourly Salary Salary: 12 - 12