Security Officer London, England
Job description
Security officer job description
KN Security services is a bespoke security company operating in the heart of the city of London from 2016. Our clients include luxury and high-profile hotels in London. In 2022 we have experienced a period of growth and as a result we are looking to expand our trusted team of SIA Licensed Door Supervisors and Security Guards.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
· Arrive 15 minutes before start of the shift for briefing.
· Communicate well, clearly and concisely
· Always maintain politeness and professionalism
· Follow and maintain the Assignment Instructions according to the needs and requirements of the client
· Have good report writing skills
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Position of key responsibility to ensure security of premises and staff and to preserve stock integrity.
· Patrol premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure doors, windows and gates are secure.
· Answer alarms and investigate disturbances
· Monitor and authorise entrance and departure of employees, visitors and delivery vehicles.
· Guard against theft and maintain security of premises, including the movement of stock in and out of the building
· Conduct and log random searches
· Update Security Log with activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
· Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorised persons
· Circulate among visitors and employees to preserve order and protect property
· Warn the relevant authorities of rule infractions or violations or evict violators from premises
· Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas, including operating the CCTV system in accordance with the Assignment Instructions.
· Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering.
REQUIREMENTS:
We have a requirement of Security Officers, for one of our sites located in West London, and we are looking for someone who could start immediately.
· SIA Door Supervisor Front-line license including First Aid at Work.
· Good communication skills.
· Uniform: a neat and professional appearance, hair and beard neatly maintained. Black suit, pressed and ironed white shirt, polished black shoes. NO TRAINERS OR DENIM TROUSERS.
· Excellent customer service skills.
· Fully verifiable 5 year employment history.
· Be flexible and adaptable shift patterns including weekends, weekdays and Bank Holidays.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
· Experience in the security industry
· Emergency procedures
· Customer services skills
· Maintain and display SIA Frontline licences at all times
· IT literate including Microsoft Office
· A good understanding of P.A.C.E, The Police And Criminal Evidence Act 1984.
EXPERIENCE:
Not essential but desirable
· Customer Service Skills (1 year)
· Security (1 year)
LICENSES:
· SIA Frontline (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 20-48 per week
Salary: From £12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- security: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- SIA License (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: KN Security Services Officer 092022
