Security Operator

Who are we?

Founded in 1859, The Corps of Commissionaires Management Limited, now Corps Security, was a business initially built to provide employment for ex-servicemen on return from the Crimean War.

By sticking true to our values of ‘loyalty, integrity, service’, we have become the UK’s most established and respected specialist security services provider.

Who are we looking for?

The Security Operator is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of employees, contractors, visitors and company assets across the client estate.

The role combines front-line security operations with security systems monitoring, incident management and control room support. The Security Operator will act as a key point of contact for security-related incidents and ensure all procedures are followed in line with site assignment instructions and corporate standards.

You will be working an average of 48 hours per week on a 4 days, 4 off, 4 days, 4 off rotation. 

What we offer:

We are a recognised Real Living Wage Foundation partner and Social Enterprise. We offer a wide range of industry leading benefits, including:

• Company sick pay scheme
• Paid SIA license renewals
• Enhanced Family Leave Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• High staff discounts & rewards scheme
• Access to Digital GP
• Excellent pension scheme
• Death in Service - £5000
• Recruitment bonus scheme
• New business lead scheme 
• Employee assistance programme

What you will need:

• Excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus.
• A valid SIA Front-Line License - essential
• Experience using CCTV, access control or alarm monitoring systems
• Excellent IT Skills including Microsoft Software Packages (e.g. Excel)
• Confidence and ability to establish and maintain good and effective working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work to deadlines, multitasking and working under pressure.
• Able to achieve vetting to BS7858 Standards

What are you going to do:

• Monitor CCTV, alarms and access control systems
• Conduct security patrols and inspections of the premises
• Control access and egress for staff, visitors and contractors
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies and security breaches
• Escalate incidents in line with established procedures
• Maintain accurate incident and occurrence reports
• Support the Security Support Centre with monitoring duties where required
• Liaise with landlord security teams and emergency services when necessary
• Receive, log and secure lost property
• Ensure all security procedures and assignment instructions are followed at all times
• Deliver excellent customer service to all employees and visitors
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct at all times
• Assist supervisors and management with operational tasks when requested
• Perform ad hoc duties as directed.

Diversity is important to Corps Security; we believe that each individual has unique talents to contribute to the business. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which individuals are valued is fundamental to our business success and we are committed to working towards achieving this.

Corps Security adheres to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunities (“EEO”) benefits both the Company and its colleagues. EEO assists colleagues to develop to their full employment potential while the Company benefits from having a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic workforce.

Corps Security is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview where their previous employer was the armed forces and who meet the minimum requirements for the position.

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