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Security Specialist

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Overview of the role

As a professionally trained Security Officer for G4S, you could be a member of the security team responsible for securing premises, such as building sites, courts, shops, warehouses, banks and factories as well as ports and airports. You would be conducting foot or vehicle patrols, controlling access at points of entry, securing equipment and people, responding to emergency situations, monitoring CCTV and surveillance equipment and helping to identify and prevent criminal activity.

What else could you be doing?

Site Supervisors and Operations Managers

These roles play a pivotal role in managing the teams and their activities as well as liaising with our customers.

Close Protection/Bodyguards

We employ many ex armed forces personnel in to these roles as they have hugely valuable and transferable skills.

Music/Sporting Event Stewards

These are roles that are more likely to be part time, attracting students and those who cannot commit to full time work.

Security Specialist

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Job ID: 28825

Job category: Security Services

Location: India

Date posted: N/A

Closing date:

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Job Description.

Role: Uniformed Security Specialist (Equivalent to Senior Security Officer).
Working Hours: 48 hours/week

Payroll: Third party (Security Guarding Company)

• Conduct routine patrols within the assigned area to ensure a secure environment and proactively identify potential risks.

• Manage access points, verify credentials of employees and visitors, and monitor for unauthorized access.

• Support emergency evacuation drills and respond effectively to fire alarms, medical emergencies, or other crises.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of all security-related incidents and actions taken through resolver tools.

• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and local regulations.

• Provide a friendly and professional conduct while assisting employees and guests, maintaining a balance between approachability and authority.

• Attend quarterly safety & security training.

• Stay updated on the use of security technologies and software systems employed within the organization.

Qualifications-

• Minimum High School or equivalent (bachelor’s degree in criminology, Security Management, or related field is preferred).

• 2+ years of experience in security operations or a similar role.

• Freshers with relevant certifications and strong motivation are also welcome. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure.

• Problem-solving and quick decision-making skills.

• Physically fit and capable of standing for extended periods and responding to emergencies. • Proficiency in using incident management platforms (e.g., Resolver, Everbridge, or similar tools).

• Ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and reporting purposes.

• Knowledge of emergency protocols, including fire alarms, evacuation procedures, and medical emergency handling.

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Success Profile

It takes someone special to be Security Specialist. Here are some of the qualities we're looking for in our team members:

Honesty & Integrity
Strong communication skills
Customer orientated
Teamwork
Caring
Reliable

Hear from one of our security guards

I love the variety and challenge that comes with working in Security at G4S. Every day is different, and I'm constantly learning new skills. The company provides excellent training and support, and I feel like my contributions are valued. I'm proud to be part of a team that is dedicated to keeping people and property safe.

G4S Security Officer
Australia

Career Path

Our Security Officer positions offer candidates a range of things to support the personal and professional development of our teams. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career on the front line and today hold management positions, including in our senior leadership teams.

Rewards and benefits

Our benefits vary from country to country and role to role and are designed to ensure our staff have access to the things they need to thrive both in and out of work. This includes on-the-job training, career paths to management and a range of benefits depending on locations around the world.