SIA (DS) Event Security Officers - London Festivals

SIA (DS) Event Security Officers - LONDON FESTIVALS

London and surrounding areas - we have lots of opportunities to work!

Pay Rate for Festivals: From £12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on the role/position.

London is a key location for G4S Events and working with us  will give you an opportunity to be a part of some of the biggest festivals this summer. We are looking to recruit Event SIA (DS) Security Officers, Response Officers and Supervisors  to join our team working at a variety of festivals this summer, including  All Points East,, British Summer Time, Krankbrother, LIDO and many more. 

Why not be a part of our amazing Events Team, who provide a visible reminder that safety is our number one priority for visitors and staff. You could be inside or outside, on your feet showing people where to go, checking tickets at entry points, monitoring the crowd or  managing the car parking facilities. Wherever you are, you’ll be the fun, helpful and friendly face representing G4S Events.

As an Events SIA  Security Officer you will be responsible for securing the venues, staff and visitors for our customers.

 This may include:

• Carrying out pre and post event safety checks ensuring compliance with safe working procedures

• Searching visitors on entry to venues

• Ensuring that no prohibited or restricted items are taken into the secured zones within the venues

• Monitoring visitor / crowd movements and behaviour to identify potential issues or incidents and to take action as necessary

• Dealing with visitor / crowd disruptions

• Securing licenced / hospitality areas

Benefits:

• Perks at Work Scheme: access to a wide range of employee benefits which include discounts in over 20 different categories ranging from Electronics, Home Appliances, Food & Groceries, Car Buying, Travel, Fitness, and more.

• Spark - Employee Assistance Plan: A virtual GP, nurse practitioner and physio,24/7 mental health support and confidential helpline, child mental health support, second medical opinion, long term health condition support and other benefits. 

• Holiday pay

• Company Pension

• Training Opportunities

• Free travel to qualifying events outside of the region

You will need to hold a valid  SIA Door Supervisor licence for this role - if you don't have this you can still be considered as a Steward, so please see our other opportunities on the website.

Our recruitment and selection process will include a face to face interview, once the application has been submitted you will then be able to book an interview slot at our forthcoming recruitment day.

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