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Area Security Officer - Co. Armagh
Armagh, United Kingdom
AREA SECURITY OFFICER | Co ARMAGH | £14.26 ph
This is the security you’ve been looking for. A secure shift pattern with secure and stable hours. Planning your life around work has never been easier! We have full time, part time, casual and seasonal contracts available across Northern Ireland, with the flexibility to suit whatever your needs may be.
THE BENEFITS
Working for one of the world's leading global security companies comes with its benefits. As a Security Officer for G4S, you can benefit from the following:
- 5.6 weeks paid holiday (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays - subject to shift pattern and accrual)
- Enhanced Overtime Rate
- Workplace pension scheme
- Life assurance benefit
- Financial support for SIA Licence & renewal
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Progression, training & development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free parking in most locations
- Free uniform provided
THE ROLE
An SIA licence is required for this role, but do not worry if you don’t currently hold one, as you can receive full training from us!Â
As a Security Officer at G4S for one of our prestigious Government clients, you will get to greet staff and visitors and ensure that all people on site adhere to security protocols. You may also patrol the premises and deal with any security incidents. You may cover a number of different sites within your area, so no two days will be the same.
Many of our leadership team began their G4S careers as Security Officers, progressing through our numerous opportunities and career paths. You will be in their safe hands, with full training and support provided.Â
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
As our ideal candidate, you should hold a valid SIA License and Full UK Driving License. You should also be aged 18 or over and be flexible to work a varied shift pattern which includes days, nights, weekends and Bank/Public Holidays. Experience within the industry and familiarity with using workplace computer systems, although not essential, would also be beneficial to you for this job.Â
You will need to provide us with your 5 year employment history and have unrestricted right to work in the UK for screening purposes. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
THE COMPANY
G4S has a unique global footprint with operations across more than 80 countries. We have a truly global business with large established market positions in developed markets and outstanding positions in fast growing emerging markets.Through the company’s vast network of more than 800,000 employees, we leverage global best practices in communities all over the world. With revenues of $18 billion, we are supported by efficient processes and systems that can only come with scale to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive.
Our values are core to shaping the culture of our organisation, helping to guide, unite, differentiate and sustain us. They are integral to everything we do:
We act with INTEGRITY AND RESPECT.
We are passionate about SAFETY, SECURITY AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE.
We achieve this through INNOVATION AND TEAMWORK.
If you would like any further information on this job or are having difficulty applying please contact us at recruitmentni@uk.g4s.com . Don’t waste anymore time - apply today!
You will just need to complete the following application form and one of our Recruiters will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Our recruitment and selection process will include an interview and screening to BS7858 standards.
Given the nature of the industry, we do need to ask some questions for security and compliance purposes, but don’t worry - you will only need to complete them once.
In 2021, G4S, a London-based global security company, was acquired by Allied Universal®, a leading security and facility services company that provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions. This acquisition expanded Allied Universal’s footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through a global workforce of approximately 800,000 people*, we leverage best practices in communities all over the world. With revenue of approximately $20 billion, we have the resources to deploy efficient processes and systems to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. In Europe, we have an extensive network of offices and more than 46,500 employees to support our local communities and customers.  We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities and people in today’s world. Allied Universal is There for you™. For more information, please visit www.g4s.com or www.aus.com.
*Total workforce includes employees and subcontractors
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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.
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