Security Officer

Wilson James provides services to some of the world's most iconic brands. We collaborate. We raise standards. We win awards. We employ more than 5,000 brilliant people across security, construction logistics and aviation services. We celebrate diversity. With more than 75 nationalities represented in the Wilson James family, we are a truly inclusive company. Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, . We are looking for someone to join us as a security officer to support our core team based at one of our client sites in Hoddesdon, a fully-integrated pharmaceutical R&D service platform supporting the life science industry. As a Security Officer based at this site, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for visitors, contractors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring systems Shift pattern for Security Officers is an average of 42 hours per week on a 4 week roster; 7 early shifts, 2 rest days, 7 night shifts, 5 rest days, 5 late shifts, 2 rest days. Shifts during the week (Mon-Fri) are 8 hours e.g. 06:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00, 22:00-06:00, and weekends are 12 hour shifts 06:00-18:00, 18:00-06:00. There is also an opportunity for officers to work one of their rest weekends on overtime and so gain an additional 24 hours pay. Night shift are 1 man shifts, so individuals must be able to work alone and use initiative when handling client call out procedures in relation to BMS systems, CCTV and Fire alarms. As a condition of employment you will need to be able to evidence a minimum of 5 year's written work history - this evidence needs to include any gaps of over 31 days and periods of self-employment. Failure to provide this evidence will result in Wilson James not being able to comply with the BS7858 Standard (the British Standards Institution for screening individuals employed in a security environment) and therefore no offer of employment is able to be made. Securing the premises and personnel by effective patrolling; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points Respond to any alarms and investigate where required; Fire alarms; BMS alarms; any unauthorised access to the premises Ensure that all escape routes and fire exits are kept clear of any obstructions at all times and that all emergency lighting and fire doors function correctly with all defects being reported to the leading officers who will then liaise with the Client/Client representative as soon as possible Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment failure or damage, thefts, presence of unauthorised persons, any out of hours call outs regarding systems alarms Ensure that contractors are inducted and are given approved access to areas they will be working Essential Skills Deliver excellent customer service SIA Licence First Aid at Work certificate Basic IT Skills Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies or under pressure Have an ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports where necessary Maintain a high standard of personal presentation Demonstrate reliability including the ability to deliver high standards of both punctuality and attendance in order to ensure team effectiveness and availability Desirable Skills CCTV Licence SIA Door Supervisor LicenceAbout Company Wilson James is a leading security, construction logistics and aviation services provider with more than 5,000 employees. With in-depth sector and service expertise, we deliver solutions to clients operating across the Aviation, Construction, Corporate, Energy, Manufacturing, Maritime and Technology industries. Wilson James are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis