Application Deadline: 9 December 2024
Department: Adults & Community Services
Location: Torbay Council
Compensation: £25,584 - £27,269 / year
Description
Job Description & Person Specification >
We are currently seeking a dedicated front-line Security Guard to join our Corporate Security Team.
Our Team provides high visibility mobile and static security services at our various council properties and civic buildings. This is an exciting role which encompasses predominantly mobile security patrol as well as occasional assistance within the CCTV Control Room as required.
As a vital member of our dedicated team, you will be responsible for responding to security concerns and intruder alarms as a keyholder for multiple council buildings. Your duties will include providing mobile and static guarding to deter potential security issues and offering security escort services for council staff.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, keen observation skills and the ability to prioritise urgent requests effectively.
In this role you will establish strong partnerships with the police, licensed premises, retailers, and government enforcement agencies; working together for a safer Torbay.
You will play an essential role within our Corporate Security and CCTV Team, working a shift pattern of evenings and nights.
If this sounds right for you, we'd love to hear from you.
If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the
full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/council/jobs/job-descriptions/corporate-security-officer/
This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role.
For an informal chat please contact Beccy Wells on 07920 275641 or beccy.wells@torbay.gov.uk.
Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 16th December 2024.
Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.
Skills
Essential:
- Effective observation skills with the ability to respond effectively to different situations.
- Prioritise multiple commitments and respond in order of urgency.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to use a variety of communication systems to receive and relay messages.
- Good decision making as part of team or independently.
- Follow and understand defined procedures.
As this post meets the requirements of the Immigration Act 2016 (part 7), the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Knowledge
Essential:
- Proven ability in gathering, interpreting, explaining, associating and applying information to meet customers' needs.
- Basic knowledge of locations and streets within Torbay.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential:
- Experience of working within the Security Industry.
- Manned guarding experience.
