Security Officer - Defence Sector - Scotstoun

at  Securitas

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Hold a current, valid SIA licence or be willing to obtain one through Securitas
• Due to National Security requirements of our client, you must have held British nationality for the last five years as a minimum
• Provide valid proof of right to work in the UK and pass security clearance
• Be able to work well individually and as part of a team
• Be prepared to work outside in all 4 seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
• Be able to communicate clearly in written and verbal formats
• Be able to make timely and informed decisions which you can justify
• Be reasonably fit, as walking and foot patrols are required
• A flexible and responsive approach to balance changing needs, requirements and urgencies
• A commitment and understanding of delivering high levels of customer services

IN ADDITION, YOUR ROLE AS A SECURITY OFFICER WILL INCLUDE:

• Reporting to the onsite Supervisor; you will be based on a large site for an international defence, aerospace, and security company
• Playing a vital security role in protecting critical information for air, maritime, land and cyber domains
• Securely guard the property, including manning a static guardhouse
• Protecting company assets, visiting customers and employees of our client
• Carrying out patrols across a large facility, walking perimeters both internally and externally
• Remaining alert and vigilant to detect and deter any suspicious or threatening activity and retaining full control until the authorities arrive
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are always followed
• Recording and reporting all faults, health, and safety hazards
• Operating radios other physical security equipment used on site
• Carrying out initial investigations and report both verbally and in writing on incidents, suspicious activities, objects, and vehicles