Security Officer

14Forty; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services firm in the UK is seeking a motivated Security Officer for their York and North Yorkshire locations. The role involves ensuring safety for customers and the premises while providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have strong communication skills, customer service experience, and the ability to maintain a positive brand image. The position offers full-time hours, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Free annual healthcare check

Mental health support

Exclusive benefits access

Career training & development

Pension scheme and life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering fantastic customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Understanding of relevant health & safety and criminal laws.

Responsibilities

• Control the comings and goings of the buildings.
• Deliver a safe and effective security operation.
• Help the public with general queries.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Determination

Resilience

Team player

Education

Valid SIA license (or eligibility)

Job description

We're currently recruiting a motivated Security Officer to help us ensure continual safety for 14Forty 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.

Benefits Package

• 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: 4 on 4 off.

Key Responsibilities

• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Control the comings and goings of the buildings and surrounding proximity
• Delivering a safe and effective security operation
• Ensuring the safety of the premises
• Helping the public with general queries
• Representing 14Forty and maintaining a positive brand image

Ideal Security Officer

• 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

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/2710/93923001/52698029/BU #14Forty

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!