Security Officer / Security Guard

Job Description

Security Officer with previous experience working as a security guard, who is reliable and professional with good communication and time-management skills is required for a well-established and UK’s leading manufacturers of window blindfabrics and systems based in Stockport, Greater Manchester.The ideal candidate will have worked as a Security Guard, or in a Door Supervision, Protective Services, Access Control, Surveillance or Patrol position, but this is not essential as training will be provided.SALARY: Competitive + Benefits (See below)LOCATION: Stockport, Greater Manchester, North West EnglandJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 38 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern6.00am - 2.00pm or 2.00pm - 10.00pm Monday to Thursday 6.00am - 12.00pm or 12.00pm - 6.00pm FridayWhen working the early shift, you will be expected to start at 5.00am giving you 5 hours compulsory overtime per weekJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Security Officerwith previous experience working as a security guard, who is reliable and professional with good communication and time-management skills.As the Security Officer you will be responsible for Site Security which will involve opening and closing the site, monitoring CCTV systems, performing site patrols and being the first point of contact for visitors.Working as the Security Officer you will also be responsible for performing checks on emergency equipment such as the fire alarm, intruder alarm, sprinkler system, fire extinguishers and emergency lighting and recording any results.APPLY TODAYIf this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour role as a Security Officer will include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor the security of the site with the aid of 24-hour video recording equipment and by regularly patrolling the perimeter

• Be the first contact for contractors and visitors and direct calls to the relevant member of staff

• Open and close the site at the start and end of the day ensuring that all lighting and heating is turned off and that doors and windows are locked. Before closing the building, the guard must ensure that all staff have left site

• Walk around of the site checking all allocated areas of the factory and car park. Ensuring exterior doors are closed and the smoking shelter is clean, and bins have been emptied. Check all perimeter fencing for signs of damage and ensure all exterior lightingis working correctly. Report if necessary

• Ensure site plans are in good condition and up to date and are readily available for contractors or emergency personnel entering the building

• Should the site’s fire, intruder alarm or gate system fail to activate when attempting to leave the building the guard must contact the relevant member of staff and also the company responsible for the equipment that failed via their 24-hour contact procedurethen remain on site until the problem can be resolved

• Have a working knowledge of the fire and intruder alarm system, should areas within the building need to be isolated or issues with the system discussed over the phone. Understand the operation of the gate so that in the case that the gate fails the systemcan be moved to manual operation

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• The ideal candidate will have worked as a Security Guard, or in a Door Supervision, Protective Services, Access Control, Surveillance or Patrol position, but this is not essential as training will be provided

• Good communication skills

• Good time-management and organisational skills

• Reliable and professional at all times

• Able to work on own initiative and follow instruction

BENEFITS

• Auto enrolled into the Stakeholder Pension Scheme (employer contributes 4%)
• 28 days holiday (including statutory) rising by one day after one completed year of service
• Life Assurance covering your annual salary
• Subsidised canteen offering freshly cooked meals and sandwiches every day
• Free car parking
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling support, legal guidance, and medical advice from qualified nurses, for you and your immediate family
• Mental Health First Aiders available to provide support and guidance
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Discounted Blinds and Shutters, upon successful completion of your Probationary Period (3 months)
• Peer to Peer Recognition Programme
• Free Flu Jab voucher every Autumn
• Christmas Savings Scheme
• NHS Health Checks

HOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to usyou are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P11915Full-Time, Permanent Security Guard, Protection Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Stockport, Greater Manchester. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.