MRC Receptionist

Job Introduction

40 hours per week
Shift pattern/ hours- 3.5 days with various shift patterns
£12.46 per hour
Access to Sodexo reward hub and discounts

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JobDescription:

As a Security receptionist at Merville Barracks, Circular RoadSouth, Colchester CO2 7UT

Your role is vital in making sure that we provide asafe and secure environment for our clients. You'll be tasked with verifyingand directing visitors.

What you’lldo:

Greet staff and visitors and ensure they adhere to the required security identification and protocols for the site/area
Monitoring of CCTV, Access Control and other protective systems
Act as a first line response to activations & incidents or fault reporting
Log calls, relay messages and provide guidance and advice to visitors, clients, contractors and staff
Deliver and maintain customer service at all times, ensuring client satisfaction
Maintain a high standard of a well kept reception/entry area to ensure visitors journey starts with a positive impression.

What youbring:

Ability to interact with employees, contractors, consultants, visitors, and management as well as local police and fire authorities
Standard SIA license
Excellent communication and awareness skills
Experience in working in a similar role
Knowledge of security techniques and site and local emergency procedures

What weoffer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chanceto be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team thatvalues you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through youreveryday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, weoffer:

Mental health & wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
Discounts for you & family
Financial tools & retirement plan
Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

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Salary	£12.46
Frequency	Hourly
Job Reference	SDX/TP/2006755/148117
Contract Type	Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date	09 October, 2025
Job Category	Security
Business Unit	UK Government - Frontline
Location	Colchester, United Kingdom
No. of positions	2
Posted on	18 September, 2025

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