Security Officer

London, England, United Kingdom

12/10/2024

JOB TITLE: Security Officer

LOCATION: UBS Asset Management, 21 Lombard Street, London

PAY RATE: £14.19 per hour

SHIFT PATTERN: 4 ON 4 OFF - 7 am to 7 pm, 48 hours per week

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Access Control: Monitor and control access to the site, ensuring only authorized personnel enter the premises. Manage the security of entrances, gates, and doors.
• Loading Bay Management: Supervise the loading bay area, ensuring all deliveries and collections are conducted safely and in accordance with company policies.
• Patrol: Conduct regular patrols of the premises, ensuring security measures are adhered to, identifying potential hazards or security breaches, and reporting them as necessary.
• General Security Officer Duties: Provide visible security presence, assist with emergencies, and respond to incidents as required. Record and report any irregularities or suspicious activities.
• Monitoring Systems: Operate security systems, including CCTV, alarm systems, and access control systems. Ensure equipment is functioning correctly.
• Reporting: Maintain detailed and accurate reports of all incidents, inspections, and security-related activities, submitting reports to the Dual Services Manager as required.
• Customer Interaction: Assist staff and visitors with any security-related queries and ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies such as fire alarms, medical incidents, or security breaches, ensuring appropriate action is taken in accordance with procedures.
  
  

Person Specification:

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and use initiative. Reliable and responsible with a flexible approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced operational environment.
• Able to work without constant supervision, following management instructions and protocols.
• Reliable, professional, and flexible.
• Proven ability to maintain professionalism in appearance and conduct when interacting with staff, clients, and visitors.
  
  

Essential:

• Valid Security Licence AND CCTV Licence
• Ability to provide a 5-year checkable referencing history.
• Previous experience in security or a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to remain calm and make decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Physical fitness for the role, including the ability to perform regular patrols.
• Strong understanding of security procedures and emergency response protocols.
  
  

Other Requirements:

• Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner while adhering to the company's expectations, rules, and safety protocols.
• Maintain professionalism in appearance and behavior towards coworkers, clients, and any individuals within the site and work location.
  
  
  

Benefits

We're proud to offer a great range of benefits including:

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:
• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis
  
  

For more information about ABM's benefits, visit our careers page

About Us

ABM is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility services. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services that improve the spaces and places that matter most. ABM offers a comprehensive array of facility services that includes cleaning, engineering, parking, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, HVAC & mechanical, security, and mission critical solutions. ABM delivers these custom facility solutions to properties across a wide range of industries - from commercial office buildings to schools, airports, hospitals, data centres, manufacturing plants and distribution centres, entertainment venues and more. In the UK we're proud to service icon sites across the country with more than 10,000 team members. For more information, visit www.abm.co.uk.

ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.