Security Officer

Location:Manchester West Didsbury, M20 2AF

Salary: £12.60 per hour + OT

Working hours:Monday - Sunday 07.00 am to 19.00pm or 19.00 pm to 7.00 am - 4 on 4 off shift pattern

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role overview:

This role will be to carry out daily tasks as specified to create a safe and secure working environment for all visitors and staff, whilst always ensuring good customer service is provided whilst doing this.

Please note, applicants must have 5 years of working history for Security clearance. A valid SIA Licence is also essential.

What you'll do:

• Demonstrate a positive commitment to a high level of customer service, professional presentation, and confidentiality at all times.
• Facilitate access/egress to building(s) whilst maintaining a high level of client facing and customer service skills.
• Be aware of protest and demonstration activity and respond/escalate as appropriate.
• To actively take part in assisting staff, guests and contractors and public bodies regarding passing them information, giving direction, or responding to queries that are raised in a professional manner.
• To be fully conversant with all operating procedures and always follow them.
• Assist as instructed during major incidents.
• Always display your SIA licence whilst on duty.
• Maintain accurate records/logs and submit reports as instructed.
• Positively participate in any staff welfare or development programmes and to actively engage in any mandatory training.
• Use communication tools (radio/phones) in a confident and clear manner.
• Carry out any other reasonable request as required

Who you'll be:

• Clearance to BS7858
• SIA Licence - Security Guard (SG)
• SIA Licence - Door Supervisor (DS) (if applicable to scope)
• SIA Licence - CCTV (if applicable to scope)
• First aid qualification
• Customer service experience
• Written and verbal communication required to meet deliverables of role
• Experience of using IT software (Word, Teams, Outlook)
• Reliable, punctual and approachable.
• To take pride in your appearance at all times
• Flexible in the approach to daily duties
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
• Comfortable to work alone using initiative and work as part of a team

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.