Casual Security Officer

CasualHours per week as required£13.72 per hourFree parkingCasual Security OfficerBuxton - CasualProtect our customers, unlock your career.At Sodexo, we're passionate about our people.We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and the safety of our clients, customers, and employees. If you're a vigilant professional with a passion for security, then secure your career with Sodexo!A role where you're the key to keeping everyone safe. Valued. Recognised. Rewarded.What you'll do:Provide a professional, reliable and proactive security service, ensuring the safety and security of employees, visitors, contractors and site premises.Monitor and control access to the site, ensuring all visitors, contractors and vehicles follow the correct security procedures.Manage daily gatehouse operations, including booking vehicles in and out and operating the site weighbridge.Carry out regular perimeter, building and car park patrols, identifying and reporting any security concerns
or suspicious activity.Monitor CCTV, access control systems, fire alarms and other site safety systems, responding appropriately to alerts.Respond promptly and professionally to security incidents, emergencies and requests for assistance.Support emergency procedures, including fire incidents, intruder alarms and site evacuations.Conduct weekly fire alarm tests and maintain accurate records.Complete visitor and contractor registrations, inductions and security checks.Carry out staff and vehicle searches when required, following site procedures.Maintain accurate security records, including incident reports, daily occurrence books and witness statements.Carry out keyholding duties and support the management of site access cards and security permissions.Monitor parking arrangements and report any breaches of site regulations.Identify and report Health & Safety hazards, near misses, equipment faults and maintenance concerns.Support the safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians, including the
use of barriers, cones and temporary road restrictions when required.Assist with general site safety activities, including adverse weather preparations and basic manual handling tasks.Communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, visitors and emergency services when required.Provide clear and accurate handovers between shifts to maintain continuity of security operations.Follow all Health & Safety, security and site-specific policies and procedures.Maintain a professional appearance and deliver excellent customer service at all times.What you'll bring:A valid SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervisor licence - essential.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and approachable manner.A strong understanding of security procedures and the importance of maintaining a safe working environment.The ability to remain calm, alert and professional when responding to incidents or emergencies.Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office
applications.Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.A proactive, reliable and responsible approach to work.The ability to work independently, use initiative and make appropriate decisions.Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact confidently with employees, visitors and contractors.Good organisational and time-management skills.An understanding of Health & Safety procedures and incident reporting.The ability to follow security instructions, emergency procedures and site policies.A willingness to undertake relevant training, including first aid requirements.The ability to work effectively as part of a security team and support colleagues when required.A flexible approach to changing operational requirements.The ability to carry out a physically active role, including regular patrols, standing, walking and occasional manual handling.A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.Why Sodexo?:Working with Sodexo is more than
a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.Belong in a company and team that values you for you.Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.Thrive in your own way.We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing supportAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeingAccess to a 24hr virtual GP ServiceSodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailersSave for your future by becoming a member of the Pension PlanOpportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development toolsBike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fitSodexo
UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policiesA little more about Sodexo:At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the
chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.Ready to be part of something greater?For careers that mean business.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications