Mobile Court & Tribunal Security Officer

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Days of Working: Working various hours over Colchester, Ipswich & Bury St Edmunds

Additional Info: Driving Licence and use of vehicle required.

You will work a minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, across a group of courts within a defined radius of your home base. Shifts vary depending on operational needs, and you may be asked to support nearby courts for sickness and holiday cover. This is a daytime role with no night shifts.

Overtime & Enhancements

• Overtime often available on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
• Enhanced overtime rates: 1.5 on Saturdays, 2 on Sundays, 1.5 for weekday hours outside standard court times
• All travel and parking expenses are reimbursed, processed three times per month

Benefits

• 40 hours guaranteed each week
• £1 per hour Attendance Allowance (subject to criteria)
• Support with fuel and mileage
• Funded training and development opportunities
• A clear pathway to build recognised qualifications
• Work as part of a professional, supportive team within the Courts & Tribunals Service

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, professional service to all court users
• Operate CCTV, x ray machines, handheld metal detectors and conduct bag searches
• Control access and monitor activity throughout the building
• Patrol public and restricted areas and maintain contact with the control room
• Respond promptly to panic alarms and security incidents
• Accurately document and report any security related events

Ideal Candidate Criteria

• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• Ability to pass an enhanced DBS and BS7858 security clearance.
• SIA Licence and relevant security experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• High professional standards, attention to detail and reliability.
• A UK driving licence may be required, depending on the location.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.