Security Officer London, England
Job description
Are you looking for a role where you make the first and last impression on guests, employees, and occupiers? Are you always willing to help others by ensuring they feel welcome, safe, and secure? If so, then this is the role for you!
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Security Officer at one of our clients based in London, working at a well-established estate service and investment firm who act with consideration for others' ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration.
As a Security Officer at this site, you will play an active role in the Security our client, as part of the security team responsible for protecting, escalating and responding to all security tasks at sites across London including all of its internal/external area's and assets; we will achieve this by implementing and adhering to security industry best practice, legislation and regulations at all times and by creating confidence in our abilities at all times by maintaining a secure and safe environment for all staff, visitors and contractors throughout the region.
We are really looking for someone who will go that extra mile, making an impact on site and engaging with customers confidently, and with a welcoming smile. It would be beneficial if you have worked previously in a customer-facing role or hospitality background.
Main Responsibilities:
- Carry out security patrols to ensure that all client assets & premises are always safe and secure
- Always remain vigilant and inquisitive for quick recognition of incidents in and around the building
- Play an integral role in any emergency situation by recognising and escalating any observed events that have cause for concern
- Control access & egress at all times and escalate any issues
What we can offer you:
- £13.05 per hour
- Annualised Hours - 2184 per annum
- Annual leave of 5.6 weeks per year
- Life assurance scheme
- Company sick pay
- Pension Scheme
- Access to an industry leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme
- The opportunity to develop your security career with access to training and development programmes
- Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service
Essential Skills
- SIA Licence
- Excellent written and oral communication
- High level of attention to detail, timekeeping, and ability to prioritise time effectively
- Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies or under pressure
About Wilson James
Wilson James is a leading security, construction logistics and aviation services provider with more than 5,000 employees. With in-depth sector and service expertise, we deliver solutions to clients operating across the Aviation, Construction, Corporate, Energy, Manufacturing, Maritime and Technology industries.
Wilson James provides services to some of the world's most iconic brands. We collaborate. We raise standards. We win awards.
We employ more than 5,000 brilliant people across security, construction logistics and aviation services.
We celebrate diversity. With more than 75 nationalities represented in the Wilson James family, we are a truly inclusive company.
Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis.
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