Security Officer

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Provide a visible deterrence, respond to incidents, complete incident reports and collaborate with local authorities. Carry out all guarding responsibilities while in store, such as:

• Patrolling the shop floor and deterring criminal activity
• Assessing and identifying vulnerabilities, working proactively to minimise risk
• Liaising with management and local authorities when applicable
• Managing vulnerable persons with empathy to avoid distress
• Completing colleague and contractor searches when required in line with customer company policy
• Digitally reporting incidents and using tablets/phones for daily activity planning
• Providing detailed and legible incident reporting to assist the client and local authorities

Location

Glasgow Maryhill

Hours

42 hours per week

Shift Pattern

Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8am until 10pm

Hourly Rate

£13.45

The Person

To be an effective Security Officer you must be a confident communicator, able to provide detailed verbal and written accounts of criminal activity. You should be welcoming and patient with customers, and capable of handling conflict in a professional manner.

Required Experience and Qualification

You must have a valid SIA licence (guarding or door supervisor). Previous experience in a retail security role is an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

• SIA licence renewal
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Investment in training
• Perkbox incentive scheme (discounts and employee assistance programme)
• Company uniform provided
• Perkbox recognition – rewards and discount platform
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee of the month scheme (£50)
• 110% Club of outstanding performers – prizes and monetary rewards
• WageStream – flexible wage application to pull wages out earlier than payday
• EAP – Employee Assistance Programme
• Progression opportunities within the company
• Ongoing training

Equality & Diversity

ASEL values the diverse skills and experience of its employees and is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all. Our objectives are that all individuals shall have equal opportunities for employment and advancement on the basis of their skills, aptitudes, and abilities. ASEL is committed to the engagement and retention of the best possible talent and to creating an environment that encourages excellence through inclusion, equality, diversity, leadership, and management.