Security personnel

The Rose Hotel; Tralee; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on duty

Free car parking

Gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Uniform provided

Job summary

The Rose Hotel in Tralee, Co Kerry is seeking qualified security personnel to join our casual hours team. You will protect guests, staff and property by patrolling and addressing disturbances, with duties centered on evenings and weekends during functions and events.

We value guest service, clear communication and a calm, professional approach. Benefit from meal on duty, free parking, gym access at designated times, uniform provided, and an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of relevant security experience, a valid PSA license, and relevant health and safety certifications.
• This role is mainly working nights, so must be flexible in their working days, including weekends and public holidays.
• First Aid qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the security of residents, guests and staff.
• To be at the front entrance of the hotel and to provide support to the Night Porter in the event of a disturbance.
• Respond promptly to security incidents, disturbances, theft, or suspicious activity.
• Enforce fire safety, emergency, and evacuation procedures together with the night porter
• Conflict Resolution: De-escalate arguments, noise complaints, or unruly guest behaviour with calm communication.
• Guest Assistance: Provide directions, answer any queries that
• Incident Reporting: Write detailed logs and accident or theft reports for hotel management.
• To attend induction training, and ensure that all legislative training has been completed.

Skills

3+ years security

PSA license

Communication

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Situational awareness

Report writing

Fire safety knowledge

Emergency procedures

Physically fit

Education

PSA license

Health and safety certifications

First Aid qualification

Job description

Security personnel (casual hours)

The Rose Hotel, which is a 4 star hotel located in Tralee, Co Kerry is currently recruiting for a qualified security personnel to work on a casual basis.

This role is based on casual hours and requires the successful person to work on designated nights during the week in which there is a function/wedding/event on in the hotel. Therefore, the hotel may be busier at certain times of the year with a requirement for a security person to work every weekend.

Main duty of the role:

A security personnel in a hotel protects guests, staff, and the property by patrolling the premises and handling disturbances

Working in The Rose Hotel:

• Provided with meal on duty

• Free car parking

• Provided with access to the gym at designated times

• Employee Assistance Program

• Provided with uniform

• The Rose Hotel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive culture

  Please note that interviews for this role will commence 27th October 2026.

About the role

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the security of residents, guests and staff.

• To be at the front entrance of the hotel and to provide support to the Night Porter in the event of a disturbance.

• Respond promptly to security incidents, disturbances, theft, or suspicious activity.

• Enforce fire safety, emergency, and evacuation procedures together with the night porter

• Conflict Resolution: De-escalate arguments, noise complaints, or unruly guest behaviour with calm communication.

• Guest Assistance: Provide directions, answer any queries that

• Incident Reporting: Write detailed logs and accident or theft reports for hotel management.

• To attend induction training, and ensure that all legislative training has been completed.

Skills , Competencies & Requirements for the successful candidate

• Must have at least 3 years of relevant security experience, a valid PSA license, and relevant health and safety certifications.

• This role is mainly working nights, so must be flexible in their working days, including weekends and public holidays

• First Aid qualification is an advantage

• Excellent guest service and communication skills.

• Conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.

• Attention to detail and situational awareness.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

• Report writing and documentation skills.

• Practical knowledge of safety standards, fire regulations, and emergency procedures.

• Physically fit and able to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods.

About the company

We are The Rose Hotel, a four-star, family-run hotel in the heart of Tralee, Co. Kerry. With 161 bedrooms, restaurants, bars, spa, gym and function facilities, we offer a warm, welcoming environment and exceptional hospitality. We combine comfort, quality service and genuine care to deliver memorable experiences for every guest. Join us if you want to be part of a hotel team where tradition, professionalism and hospitality matter.

Required Criteria

• Must have valid PSA licence
• Must have at least 3 years experience in the security field
• Must have a fluent level of English
• Practical knowledge of safety standards, fire regulations, and emergency procedures.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety procedures and that all reasonable care is taken for the health and safety of yourself, other employees, residents and any other persons on the premises.

Desired Criteria

• First aid qualification
• Worked in a similar role previously

Skills you'll need

• Managing Difficult People
• Hospitality
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork