Security Operative

Location: Carlisle, CA1 2TL

Salary: £13.58 per hour

Hours: 42 hours per week - 4 days on 4 days off - 17:05 - 05:15

Role Overview

The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and company property. This role requires vigilance, professionalism, and adherence to site-specific procedures, ensuring all security operations are conducted in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.

The role involves managing a range of situations that may arise on-site, including incidents, emergencies, and potential security breaches. The Security Officer must:

• Respond to incidents in accordance with site-specific Assignment Instructions and company reporting procedures
• Conduct routine patrols diligently and in full compliance with site requirements
• Provide assistance to individuals in need, including staff, visitors, and customers
• Adapt to changing situations and carry out additional duties as assigned by management
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and operational guidelines

Key Responsibilities

• Protect company property, staff, and visitors by maintaining a safe and secure environment
• Monitor premises for signs of crime or disorder and investigate disturbances
• Report all suspicious activities and incidents accurately and in detail
• Operate and monitor alarm systems, CCTV, and other security equipment
• Undertake Control Room duties when required
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies
• Manage access control by monitoring and authorising entry of people and vehicles
• Conduct regular patrols in line with Assignment Instructions
• Ensure proper booking on and off duty as trained
• Carry out thorough shift handovers, including checking documentation (DOB) and signing for equipment
• Complete all required check calls as per site procedures

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a security role
• Valid SIA (Security Industry Authority) licence
• Strong knowledge of public safety and security procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work in line with operational procedures
• Strong customer service skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you. 

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

Ready to be part of something greater?

Join a team that values you for being you.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications