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Security Officer
Barnard Castle, United Kingdom

G4S are looking for a Security Officer to work at a bustling pharmaceutical and biotechnology company in Barnard Castle.
We are looking for security personnel who are passionate about creating a safe and secure environment and demonstrate honesty and integrity all whilst delivering customer service to the highest level. You will be required to carry out duties in a busy environment and have the opportunity to carve out a career with the biggest name in security.
Position: Security Officer
Location: Barnard Castle
Pay Rate: £13.51 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday - Alternating shifts (06:00 - 14:00/14:00 - 22:00)
Must have a full UK driving licence and your own vehicle. SIA license preferred.
Your Time at Work
As a security officer at this site you will be responsible for:
- Ensuring everyone follows the security and safety protocols of the site
- Reporting any faults, health and safety hazards and unsafe working practices to site security supervisor
- Controlling access and managing the control system
- Liaising with a variety of people including contractors, site based and corporate staff, and any regulators that come to the site
- Responding to emergency situations
- Carrying out routine tests of security equipment as directed by the site security supervisor
- Monitoring CCTV and being able to replay and download clips as requested
- Fully understanding the use of the I.T. systems and ensuring the correct application of the I.T security policy
- Reporting concerns when property is at risk of being lost, stolen, damaged and vandalised
- Dealing with any security incidents on site and completing relevant incident report forms
Our Perfect Worker
It is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. All our admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices.
Our perfect Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join G4S and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers.
Key Information and Benefits
- 5.6 weeks holiday per year (8 of these will be in lieu of bank holidays, worked or not worked)
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Progression training and development opportunities
- Life assurance benefit
- Contributory Healthcare Scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Employee Discount Schemes
- Refer a friend scheme
- Free uniform provided
Job Ref: 1G4S (G318)
G4S is a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join our diverse and empowering team 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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