Security Patrol Officer

TN United Kingdom; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Patrol and Response Officer to join their Patrol and Response Team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of security operations, conducting proactive patrols and responding to incidents with professionalism and authority. Your responsibilities will include securing premises, investigating suspicious activities, and maintaining detailed records. If you possess a frontline SIA licence and a full UK driving licence, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a reputable security company known for its excellent client relationships and commitment to high standards. Join a team where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognized.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a security officer with a frontline SIA licence.
• Strong report writing skills and ability to respond to incidents.

Responsibilities

• Proactively patrol assigned premises and respond to alarm events.
• Lock up clients' premises and maintain detailed incident records.
• Challenge trespassers and facilitate safe removals.

Skills

Frontline SIA licence in Security Guarding

Full Driving Licence

First Aid at Work Qualification

Report writing

Ability to work alone or as part of a team

Job description

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We are recruiting a highly competent and professional Security Patrol and Response Officer to join our Patrol and Response Team. You will be responsible for carrying out targeted and responsive patrols to assist a range of functions for our clients, including carrying out lock-up duties, proactively patrolling estates, supporting lone workers and responding to alarm events.

Patrol and Response Officers are key frontline team members, reporting to the Regional Operations Officer. You will be typically vehicle-based, deploying from our bases in Aylesbury, carrying out various duties throughout a typical 10-hour shift.

An ideal candidate will inspire respect and authority and possess a high level of professionalism, the ability to deal with situations calmly yet confidently and make well-reasoned and proportionate decisions, often under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Proactively patrol the assigned premises, internally and externally.
• Lock up and alarm the clients premises in accordance with assignment instructions, ensuring all exits, doors and windows are appropriately secured.
• Promptly challenge trespassers and facilitate the safe removal of the same, reporting the same on an incident report.
• Proactively and promptly respond to support colleagues and react to observed threats or alarm activations.
• Investigate suspicious activity, persons and vehicles of interest, sharing information with colleagues, HR, management and the police, as appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate records and detailed accounts of incidents.
• Challenge, apprehend, detain and, where appropriate, arrest suspects and liaise with the police to preserve evidence, prepare statements and file incident reports.
• Assist stakeholders as appropriate.
• Act as an Ambassador for the Company, maintaining high standards of driving and professional behaviour.

Requirements and Skills

• Frontline SIA licence in Security Guarding or Door Supervision.
• Full Driving Licence with no more than 3 penalty points.
• First Aid at Work Qualification.
• Proven experience as a security officer.
• Familiarity and competence in report writing.
• Ability to work confidently alone or as part of a team.

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About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and reputable security company providing a full range of licensed security services, including security guarding, door supervision, close protection, and public space surveillance.

The Company enjoys an excellent reputation and an impressive client list. It works with a mixture of public sector, commercial, and small business clients, as well as several high-net-worth individuals and public figures.

Applicants should note that a frontline SIA licence and full UK driving licence (with no more than 3 penalty points) are required for this role. Applicants must complete screening and vetting before an Offer of Employment can be made.

The Company is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and guarantees an interview to members of the armed forces community, including but not limited to veterans, reservists and adult members of the cadet forces who meet the criteria as detailed in the role requirements.

Additionally, the Company is a signatory to the Blue Light Charter and guarantees interviews to former police officers, members of the special constabulary, firefighters, and ambulance personnel (including community first responders).