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 a motivated, enthusiastic person to join us as a Security Officer to cover shifts across two major sites for our clients in Liverpool. Working mainly across two fantastic sites, will give you the variety of corporate security officer work that you are looking for - dealing with customers, clients, public and important visitors. As a Security Officer, you will be supporting the core team, covering sickness and holidays, working between two sites required to work across Liverpool. The security officer will be providing a visible preventative security presence by providing access control, VIP security, assets protection, and area patrols ensuring that all persons remain safe throughout various sites in Liverpool. *Please note that as you will be based across multiple sites, there is a requirement for you to be able start and finsih at unsociable hours, where public transport may not always be available* 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. You are to maintain the highest personal standards of turnout and bearing and demonstrate at all times a professional manner towards your team, Wilson James and Site staff and visitors. Provide a strong customer service approach to a member of the public You are to 'Book On' duty before the start time of each of your duty shifts, or to notify the OSC should you know that you will be late. You must be alert at all times whilst on shift to potential hazards; check for fire and flood and Report any serious incident (e.g. fire or theft) immediately. Follow emergency and evacuation procedures; assist in the searching of site / buildings in accordance with set procedures. In closed parts of sites you are to challenge any person not wearing a suitable equipment or accreditation and ensure that contractors are properly supervised. You are responsible for any equipment issued to you to carry out your duties, e.g. keys, radios etc. Essential Skills Proven background in the security industry including a valid SIA DS or SG licence. Excellent interpersonal & communication skills. Always well-presented and polite Must be flexible in locations of work and ability to travel if required First Aid qualification desirable but not essential Driving license essential. Desirable Skills CCTV Licence About 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