Security Officer Coventry CV1 4FS Coventry, England
Job description
Site Specific Information:
Industry – Student Accommodation
Site Address – Eden Square Student Accommodation, Stoney Stanton Road, Coventry, CV1 4FS
Pay Rate – £10.70
Rotation – Monday – Wednesday 17:30-21:00, Saturday & Sunday 09:00-21:00
Numbers required – 1
Start - ASAP
Essential for the role:
· SIA Licence
· Customer Service experience
Desirable for the role:
· Previous Student Accommodation experience in a fast paced environment
· First Aid Certification
SCOPE:
Consortio Security are looking to recruit a Security Officer to cover Student Accommodation sites in Coventry. The successful candidate should be someone who prefers to work on multiple sites undertaking different roles and responsibilities as part of a team or by themselves.
To be considered for this role you must hold an active SIA License be it Close Protection, Door Supervisor or Security Guard. Preferably you will have an in date First Aid qualification and have previous Student Accommodation experience with excellent customer service skills as the role involves working with employees and residents across the client base. As long as you have a ‘’can do attitude’’ and a ‘’will to succeed’’ you will be successful in the recruitment process and the subsequent role.
If you have a lack of people skills or struggle to communicate please do not apply for this role as a huge percentage of it will involve talking to employees and visitors and you won’t enjoy the role.
This role would suit someone who is flexible, able to think on their feet, who is able to constantly prioritise tasks ensuring that the most important issues are dealt with first and foremost.
A telephone interview process will take place and any unsuitable candidates will not be put forward for a face to face interview with the Regional Operations Manager.
All site training will take place prior to the mobilisation date, the role has an immediate start date.
MAIN DUTIES:
Main Duties include: Controlling access and egress to site, booking staff and visitors onto the site, patrolling the site internally and externally, parcel management, immediate first aid management prior to the emergency servicesattending the site, fire evacuation and testing procedures, coordinating safe movement of staff and visitors whilst they are on site as well as incident management.
You will be working individually on a student accommodation therefore being able to work independently and being able to decisions by yourself are crucial to be successful in the role.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Purpose of the role: To provide an efficient and professional security service to Consortio Security’s clients as specified, demonstrating the highest levels of professionalism, customer service and integrity.
DUTIES:
Control access and egress, utilising the equipment and systems provided
Covering reception duties
Ensure clients’ staff, property and other assets are secure
Answer all enquiries courteously and professionally
Accurately operate designated alarm systems
Monitor CCTV footage for protection of property and assets
Complete the daily log, noting all appropriate activity
Produce accurate reports as and when needed
Conduct sufficient internal and external patrols to ensure security of all zones utilizing technical capabilities
Ensure all procedures, site / assignment instructions and protocols are followed at all times; being particularly diligent when in an emergency situation
Maintain tidy and clean work areas
Dealing with post and parcels and then signing them out to residents
Ensuring personal boundaries are adhered to at all times making sure that the line is never crossed
Be an effective ambassador for Consortio, always smart and diligent with high levels of integrity
Previous Student Accommodation in a fast paced environment would be beneficial.
The above duties are subject to additional duties as per the site’s Assignment Instructions; however in the event that there is a conflict of duties, the AIs’ will prevail
SHIFT PATTERNS AVAILABLE:
Monday to Wednesday 17:30-21:00 and Saturday and Sunday 09:00-21:00 with an hourly pay rate of £10.70. These hours are the minimum hours you will be provided with regular overtime on site for Bank holidays, sickness, and holiday cover.
START DATE:
As soon as the recruitment process is managed to its successful conclusion.
Benefits
Pay As You Earn Salary
Our PAYE app allows you to manage your salary as you earn it through the month, giving you the freedom to draw down as needed.
Pension Scheme
Enrolment onto the Nest pension scheme with live access to your pension pot, information on how it is performing and a host of other financial guidance and support.
Annual Leave
5.6 weeks of paid leave inclusive of bank holidays pro rata
VDU eyecare vouchers at Specsavers
Included is a full eye test, £49 off glasses or discounts for more expensive glasses if preferred.
Personal Development Opportunities
Personal development is just as important as your career development during your time with us. Continuous development is available to all at Consortio Security with our on and off-job training programmes, upskilling via our eLearning platform and our appraisal process to develop the key targets and goals to progress your career.
Charitable Giving and Community
As we work extensively within the student accommodation sector, the issue of student mental health is close to our heart. Each year, we donate a portion of our income to the charity Student Minds, who do important work increasing awareness and support for the mental health of our student community.
Employee Excellence Awards
When an employee of ours performs an exceptional feat of bravery, service or competence, we are eager to recognise their dedication in our newsletter and provide a deserving reward. This happens not just once a year, but every single month at Consortio Security.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £10.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coventry: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- security: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- SIA (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
