Security Officer

at  OCS Group

WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN.

• Excellent promotional opportunities.
• Advanced trauma first aid training.
• Mental health first aid.
• Behaviour Detection Officer Course.
• Training and Development- apprenticeships, e-learning, English as a Second Language and our award nominated ‘Impact’ Programme.
• Counter terrorism training
• A pension scheme- to save for the future - eligibility rules apply.
• Access to high street discounts.
• Access to low interest loans.
• Recognition scheme ‘OCS Stars’- monetary rewards given to top performers.
• Long Service Awards.
• Cycle to work scheme- discounted bicycles.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- 24-7 Wellbeing Support.

ABOUT US

OCS UK & Ireland, part of the OCS Group, is a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Location: Manchester Arndale Centre M4
Contract Type: Zero Hours
Working Days: Monday - Sunday
Working Hours: up to 9 hours
Shift Pattern: Days
Working: up to 42.5 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our highly trained, professional security team at Manchester Arndale Centre.
You will be responsible for the protection, security and safety of visitors and the building.
You will ensure that assigned tasks are completed in a professional and timely manner and meet relevant legislation.

Your main responsibilities may also include:

• Acting as a first line support to employees and visitors to site, providing a professional and friendly service.
• Fire, security and building systems monitoring.
• Service area barrier control and traffic management.
• Maintaining a high profile, visible security presence.
• Deterring anti-social behaviour, theft, and criminal activity.
• Supporting retailers and stakeholders to promote a security conscious culture.
• Writing statements and report as necessary.Dealing with a wide range of security related incidents and offering expert guidance.

TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience of working within the Security Industry is an advantage.
• SIA licence is essential, Door Supervisor. Close protection licence welcomed.
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
• A professional demeanour with sound judgement and integrity.
• Experience in working in a fast-paced retail environment is desirable.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.