Civilian Security Officer Grade 4 CSO4Shift Working

Job Description

LocationDM Beith, KA15 1JTAbout the jobSummaryJoin the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and have a future that matters: Be proud; Be challenged; Be unique.Job descriptionThe Civilian Security Officer (CSO) is responsible for providing an overt unarmed security presence. He/she will carry out all unarmed guarding duties to a high standard in accordance with current MOD, MGS and Unit/Establishment orders. They will also be required to work a shift pattern of day and night shifts, which includes a flexible pattern . Post LocationsDM Beith ,Beith KA15 1JT Other DIO locations will be considered within the same region Or We are fully flexible so can be based at any DIO Hub. Decisions for this will be based on accommodation availability.ResponsibilitiesThe Key duties of a CSO are as follows. Please note that these duties can vary from site to site. • Customer Care • Controlling vehicular and pedestrian access and exit to/from site • Issuing of passes • Issuing and receipt of keys • Patrolling on foot and in a vehicle • Searching of vehicles, baggage, personnel, buildings and open areas • Escorting of visitors • Controlling traffic • Checking identity • Writing reports on breaches of security or defects • Dealing with demonstrators and intruders • Safeguarding classified information and material • Cooperating with other security providers • Liaising with emergency services and invoking emergency procedures • Operating and monitoring security systems; CCTV and alarms etc • Operating and communicating effectively over the telephone and/or radio • Reporting safety hazards and accidents in accordance with current instructions • Carrying out, if required, initial action at the scene of any incident • Driving an MOD vehicle • Other tasks commensurate with the grade Essential Requirements•Full UK Driving licence •A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English OR NVQ Business Administration Level 2 OR Suitable experience. MedicalMGS applicants are required to attend a medical appointment to undertake a colour perception eye test Travel RequirementsYou may, on occasion, have to support other MOD Sites within an acceptable travel to work area if required. About our TeamThe Ministry of Defence Guard Service (MGS), part of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) is a professionally qualified body of Civil Servants who provide unarmed guarding services at over 100 MOD sites across Great Britain. This includes high profile locations such as MOD Main Building in London and the Naval bases at Portsmouth, Devonport and on the Clyde in Scotland. MGS officers are very often the public face of the MOD, being the first point of contact for visitors, staff and contractors. The MGS prides itself on delivering a high quality customer focused service and will continue its mission through continuous improvement to be the unarmed guarding provider of choice. The MGS employs around 2200 uniformed operational staff, managed by a Head Office Team based at MOD Lyneham and Colchester. About DIODIO is part of the Ministry of Defence (MOD). We play a vital role in supporting Defence by leading and managing the delivery of what the Armed Forces need to live, work, train and deploy on operations. Under the Future DIO Transformation Programme, DIO will become the MOD’s professional estate services business and realise our organisational vision of providing a better estate, a better service and a better business. See more on Defence Infrastructure Organisation – GOV.UK To find out more about us, take a look at the attached Quick Guide to DIO or you can view our YouTube video to see more about our work To help achieve our objectives, we believe in six important values (Safety first, Collaboration, Integrity, Agility, Accountability and Enthusiasm) that underpin our vision and mission. These values equip us for the future and shape how we work together. These values are designed by DIO for DIO.LicencesFull UK Driving LicenceQualificationsA minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including English OR NVQ Business Administration Level 2 OR Suitable experience.BehavioursWell assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Leadership

Making Effective Decisions

Communicating and Influencing

Working Together

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

Leadership

Making Effective Decisions

Communicating and Influencing

Benefits BenefitsWe are passionate about delivering great things for our customers. But we also know you will have a life outside of work; we respect your priorities and our industry leading flexible working practices will give you real freedom to balance work and life. We employ talented and diverse people who challenge and guide each other. At DIO you will work within a highly capable team who will support you to develop your skills, knowledge and experience. Some of the many benefits you will receive: • Free uniform* • Highly competitive pension scheme • Flexi-time scheme upon completion of 6 months service • Alternative working practices • 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service • In addition to 8 public holidays per year you will also receive leave for HM The Queen’s birthday. • Professional and Personal Development of skills • Opportunity to join one of our many networks (Race, LGBT+, Gender, Disability and Faith & Belief) • Minimum of 15 Days Special Leave in a rolling 12-month period for volunteer reserve commitments. • Special Paid Leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year. • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. • Most sites have good travel links with free car parking; many also have other facilities such as a Sports & Social Club, Gym and / or site shops * Successful candidates will be expected to serve a minimum of 1 year in post. Persons transferring into other Non MGS posts, within this time frame will be required to repay the cost of uniform and training to a maximum of £1,000. AllowancesThis post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances